CITY MUNICIPAL COUNCIL BHALKI, KARNATAKA vs GURAPPA(D) BY LRS

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to set aside the Additional District and Sessions Judge's order, emphasizing the necessity for proper parties to be impleaded in land disputes as per the principles of effective relief under civil procedure. The Court reiterated that a suit for declaration of ownership must include all parties in possession to ensure comprehensive adjudication, as per the provisions of the Code of Civil Procedure. The outcome affirmed the High Court's ruling, thereby allowing the legal heirs of the deceased respondent to pursue their claim for correction of revenue records.