In view of the inter-connectivity of the above proceedings, the arguments of the learned Counsel for the parties were heard simultaneously and this common judgment is rendered.

2. For the sake of convenience, the status of the parties are mentioned as referred to in the plaint.

3. Following are the allegations in short available in the plaint:-

3(a). The first plaintiff is son of Dittakavi Veerabhadra Murthy. The second plaintiff is son of Kandukuri Rama Krishna Rao and the third plaintiff is son of Kandukuri Pulla Rao. The second and third plaintiffs are represented by their power of attorney K.V.S.Prasad. The property situate in Plot No.A4A, S.No.96 part and 97 part of Kodambakkam Village, measuring about 3 grounds and 480 sq.ft. more fully described in the schedule was originally purchased by Smt.M.Lakshmi Devi, wife of Sathyanarayanan by a deed of sale dated 25.10.1066 from Madras State Housing Board. Ever since the said purchase she was in absolute possession and enjoyment of the same as its absolute owner. Smt. Lakshmi Devi bequeathed the said property in favour of the plaintiffs to be shared equally among themselves, by a registered Will dated 15th October, 1973.