Reviewed case brief
Prabhu Lal v DLF Universal Ltd
(2008) 9 SCC 726
An equitable mortgage is created by the mere act of depositing title deeds with the lender as security in a notified town. No writing, registration, or stamp duty is required.
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Year
- 2008
- Subjects
- Property Law
- Reviewed
- 2026-06-30
Rule established
Equitable mortgage by deposit of title deeds requires only deposit + intent; no writing or registration needed
Facts
Issues
Held
Ratio decidendi
How to use it in an exam
Editorial source
(2008) 9 SCC 726
Educational summary only. Read the reported judgment or an authorised law report before relying on the case professionally.