JUDGMENT : 1. We have heard learned counsel on both sides. There is an application filed by respondents for condonation of delay in filing the affidavit referred to in and permitted by our order dated 5th August, 1992, which ought to have been filed within three weeks from that date but was actually filed on the 14th of this month. Having regard to the nature and seriousness of the controversy involved in this case, we permit the respondents to file the affidavit. The affidavit is taken on record. The petitioners shall file their additional rejoninder, if any, before the 25th of this month. 2. The matters will be listed for hearing on 13.10.1992.