Chapsibhai Dhanjibhai v. Purushottam
(1971) 2 SCC 205 · Supreme Court of India
An easement must accommodate a dominant heritage.
Unit V · Law of Property
Easements
Study aid only. Confirm statute numbers with the current bare Act and the official OU LL.B. (3-YDC) 2024–25 syllabus PDF.
Statute sections
| Act / instrument | Section | Name |
|---|---|---|
| Indian Easements Act, 1882 | 4 | Easement defined |
| Indian Easements Act, 1882 | 15 | Acquisition by prescription |
Landmark cases
Hero Vinoth v. Seshammal
(2006) 5 SCC 545 · Supreme Court of India
A right of way as an easement was distinguished from ownership claims.