Revanasiddappa vs Mallikarjun

The Supreme Court examined the legal implications of legitimacy and property rights of children born to null and void or annulled marriages under the Hindu Marriage Act, particularly focusing on Sections 11, 12, and 16. The court clarified that such children are deemed legitimate for certain purposes but do not acquire rights in the property of the parents unless explicitly provided by law. The judgment emphasizes the distinction between legitimacy for personal status and property rights, reaffirming the legislative intent to restrict property rights of children from void or annulled marriages.