Brij Narain Singh vs Adya Prasad (Dead) & Ors

The Supreme Court addressed the applicability of the principle of res judicata in the context of land disputes involving fixed rate tenancy and redemption rights. The Court held that the earlier judgment regarding the sale deed executed by Sirtaji was binding, as it was determined that the sale was not for legal necessity. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision to allow the writ petition challenging the orders of the Assistant Settlement Officer and Deputy Director of Consolidation.