Balasubramanian & Ors vs Ramaiah Thondaman

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision in Second Appeal No. 45 of 1985, affirming the plaintiff's title to the suit property based on the sale deed from Ramasamy Konar and his daughter, despite the defendant's claims of adverse possession and fraudulent transfer. The Court clarified that the issuance of patta does not confer title if the original owners had valid title, and emphasized the importance of documentary evidence in establishing ownership. The appeal by the legal representatives of the deceased defendant was dismissed, confirming the plaintiff's right to possession.