#Hindu Succession

A partition suit is not barred by limitation if the plaintiff was unaware of his exclusion from joint family property, the Bombay HC held, stressing that knowledge of exclusion is essential for a limitation defence.

Punjab and Haryana High Court holds that valid execution of a Will under Section 63 of Indian Succession Act requires proof that attesting witnesses saw the testator sign in their presence.

Madras High Court holds that property in name of female member of Hindu joint family is not presumed joint family property; burden of proof lies on claimants.