In Brief
The Supreme Court reversed the High Court's decision setting aside a sale deed and granting redemption of a mortgage. The appellant purchased a property through a registered sale deed dated 21.12.1970 for Rs. 30,000. The respondent challenged the deed claiming an oral gift and a Will, alleging undue influence and inadequate consideration. The trial court upheld the sale deed. The High Court reversed this, accepting the oral gift claim. The Supreme Court held that registered documents carry presumption of validity; the respondent failed to discharge the burden of proving undue influence or that the deed lacked free will. The oral gift could not be established as essential conditions—particularly delivery of possession—were unmet. The suit was also barred by limitation. The appeal was allowed and the trial court's judgment was affirmed.
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