HARBANS PERSHAD JAISWAL(D) BY LRS. vs URMILA DEVI JAISWAL (DEAD) BY LRS.

The Supreme Court addressed the appeals concerning the distribution of property following the death of Shiv Pershad Jaiswal, specifically analyzing the preliminary decree issued by the City Civil Court under the Hindu Succession Act. The Court held that the respondent was entitled to a half share in the property at Madchal, while the appeal regarding the Habeeb Nagar property was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision. The judgment emphasized the importance of proper representation in court proceedings, particularly in appeals, underlining the consequences of non-appearance by counsel.