Shanta G.Z. Mehta (Dead) By Lrs. vs Sarla J. Mehta And Ors.

The Supreme Court held that a caveator who denies the title of the testator has no right to contest probate proceedings, as established in various precedents including A.I.R. 1932 Patna 89 and A.I.R. 1941 Patna 475. However, the court recognized that the respondents, being heirs of the deceased testator, have a legitimate interest in challenging the Will's execution, particularly regarding its validity over joint family property. The court ultimately ruled that the caveat cannot be rejected solely based on the denial of title, allowing the probate proceedings to continue as contentious.