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2009 (12) TMI 1039 - HC - Indian Laws

Issues involved:
The plaintiff's appeal against the District Judge's decision reversing the trial Court's decree for permanent injunction on a land dispute.

Details of the judgment:

Issue 1: Entitlement to injunction
- The plaintiff, widow of Avtar Singh, filed for permanent injunction against interference in land ownership.
- Defendants denied Avtar Singh's loan from the Bank and claimed the plaintiff's liability.
- Plaintiff presented evidence, trial Court decreed in her favor, but the District Judge reversed the decision.
- Appellant raised questions on the District Judge's findings being contrary to pleadings.
- Appellant's counsel argued that evidence beyond pleadings cannot be considered for judgment.
- District Judge's decision found to be against the appellant due to lack of proof of loan availed by Avtar Singh.

Issue 2: Admissibility of documents
- Appellant questioned the liability based on photostat copies without proper execution proof.
- Trial Court noted the absence of original mortgage deed and attesting witnesses.
- Appellant cited legal precedents on the admissibility of documents and proof of execution.
- Appellant's counsel emphasized the need for primary evidence as per the Indian Evidence Act.
- District Judge's decision was set aside as it did not adhere to the legal requirements for document admissibility.
- Appellant's appeal allowed, and trial Court's judgment and decree restored with costs.

 

 

 

 

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