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‘A’ made a Statement to ‘B’ that he was the owner of the property. ‘B’ believed it and purchased the property. In fact, ‘A’ was not the owner at the time of sale but subsequently he became the owner. ‘A’ files a suit to set aside the sale on the ground that, at the time of the sate, he had no title. Can he succeed? Decide.

Sunny Shettipalli
December 11, 2025
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Facts of the Case Issues in the Case Legal Principles Supporting the Case Proceedings A. Section 115 – Estoppel (Indian Evidence Act, 1872) This section […]

‘X’ owns a piece of land over which ‘Y’ has no right. But ‘Y’ builds a house on it ‘X’ keeps quiet and after the building is completed sues for its demolition. Discuss whether ‘X’ can be estopped from asserting his right.

Sunny Shettipalli
December 8, 2025
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Facts of the Case ‘X’ is the lawful owner of a piece of land. ‘Y’ has no legal right, title, or interest in the said […]

What is Estoppel? What are the Essential Conditions for the Application of Doctrine of Estoppel.

Sunny Shettipalli
December 4, 2025
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Introduction to the Concept of Estoppel The doctrine of estoppel is a vital principle under the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, designed to uphold fairness, honesty, […]

Kinds of Estoppel

Sunny Shettipalli
December 3, 2025
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Meaning and Scope of Estoppel Estoppel, governed by Sections 115–117 of the Indian Evidence Act, 1872, prevents a person from denying or contradicting a statement […]