Udai Raj Singh & Ors vs Hari Ram & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the decision of the Allahabad High Court regarding the ownership of land under the U.P. Consolidation of Holdings Act, emphasizing that the determination of bhumidari rights must consider prior judicial findings and the continuity of possession. The Court noted that the earlier orders of the Consolidation Officer and the Settlement Officer were based on substantial evidence, including revenue records and prior litigation outcomes. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the rights of the respondents as bhumidars of the disputed plots.