WILLIAMS vs LOURDUSAMY

The Supreme Court addressed the applicability of the principle of res-judicata in the context of property disputes, specifically under Section 53A of the Transfer of Property Act. The Court held that the earlier suit's decree for permanent injunction did not bar the appellant's subsequent suit for declaration of title and recovery of possession, as the issues were distinct and the second respondent was not a party to the initial suit. The judgment of the High Court was set aside, affirming the appellant's title and possession rights.