#CPC Section 96

The Chhattisgarh High Court affirmed that a partition effected in 1970 and the self-acquired nature of Schedule C property barred a subsequent partition suit, reinforcing that partition cannot be presumed and self-acquired assets remain outside the joint family estate.

Allahabad High Court mandates appellate courts to dispose of stay applications under CPC Section 96 within three months, reinforcing the Supreme Court's precedent in Mool Chand Yadav. The ruling ensures status quo is maintained pending disposal, preventing irreversible civil consequences for litigants during appeals.

Karnataka High Court directs preponement of property appeal and clarifies that interim status-quo orders cannot influence merits. Essential for civil practitioners.