M RANGASAMY vs RENGAMMAL

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision that the settlement deeds (Exhibits B-6 and B-7) executed in favor of the appellant were invalid due to lack of evidence proving their execution and the absence of knowledge by Nanjammal regarding their contents. The Court reiterated that the burden of proof lies on the party asserting the validity of such documents, which the appellant failed to meet. Consequently, the Court restored the trial court's decree in favor of the plaintiffs, affirming their exclusive title to the properties in question and their right to seek partition.