Har Narain (D) By Lrs vs Mam Chand (D) By Lrs. & Ors

The Supreme Court upheld the decisions of the lower courts, affirming that the doctrine of lis pendens does not apply when a sale deed is executed prior to the filing of a suit, even if it is registered afterward, as per the principles established under Section 52 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882. The Court held that the bona fide purchasers for value without notice are protected, thus dismissing the appellant's claims for specific performance. The appeals were ultimately dismissed, confirming the validity of the sale deed executed in favor of the subsequent purchasers.