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Section 48 - Indian Evidence Act, 1872
Indian Evidence Act, 1872
48. Opinion as to existence of right or custom, when relevant
When the Court has to form an opinion as to the existence of any general custom or right, the opinions, as to the existence of such custom or right, or persons who would be likely to know of its existence if it existed, are relevant.
Explanation – The expression "general custom or right" includes customs or rights common to any considerable class of persons.
Illustrations
The right of the villages of a particular village to use the water of a particular well is a general right within the meaning of this section.
Related Sections
- Section 65B: Admissibility of electronic records
- Section 82: Presumption as to document admissible in England without proof of seal or signature
- Section 8: Motive, preparation and previous or subsequent conduct
- Section 111: Proof of good faith in transactions where one party is in relation of active confidence
- Section 73: Comparison of signature, writing or seal with others admitted or proved
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