Shri Banarsi Dass vs Mrs. Teeku Dutta And Anr

The Supreme Court held that a direction for a DNA test can be issued in proceedings for a succession certificate under the Indian Succession Act, 1925, specifically under Section 372. The Court established that the admissibility of DNA evidence is relevant in determining paternity claims, especially when contested. The Court overturned the Delhi High Court's decision, allowing the DNA test to proceed to resolve the dispute regarding the claimant's relationship to the deceased.