In Suit For Cancellation Of Deed & Recovery Of Possession, Limitation Of 3 Years Applies As Cancellation Is Main Relief : Supreme Court

The Supreme Court held that in a suit for cancellation of a deed with a consequential relief of recovery of possession, the limitation period of three years applies, as the cancellation of the deed is the main relief sought. The court clarified the applicable limitation period under the Limitation Act for such suits, emphasizing that the primary objective of the litigation determines the relevant timeline. This ruling provides clarity on the limitation period for cases involving the challenge to the validity of a document and the subsequent recovery of property based on its cancellation.