Iqbal Ahmed (Dead) By Lrs vs Abdul Shukoor

The Supreme Court examined whether an appellate court is required to consider the pleadings of the parties before allowing additional evidence under Order XLI Rule 27(1) of the Civil Procedure Code. The case involved a dispute over the enforcement of a property sale agreement, with the appellate court reversing the trial court's decree after considering additional evidence. The Court emphasized the importance of considering pleadings to ensure fair adjudication and clarified the procedural requirements for leading additional evidence. The judgment underscores the necessity of adhering to procedural norms when modifying the evidentiary record on appeal.