Original Judgment: Narayana Prabhu Venkateswara Prabhu Vs. Narayan Prabhu Krishna Prabhu and Ors

This document contains the original judgment from the Supreme Court of India in the case of Narayana Prabhu Venkateswara Vs. Narayan Prabhu Krishna Prabhu & Ors., dated 19 January 1977. The judgment primarily addresses the legal principle of 'res judicata' and its application in a scenario involving a partition suit and a money suit between brothers. It clarifies when a previous decision can bar a subsequent legal action, particularly focusing on the competence of courts and the nature of appeals. This is essential reading for legal professionals and students interested in civil procedure and landmark judgments on res judicata.

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