DOCTRINE OF CYPRES | Evolution: The term Cypres is originated from the French term 'Cypres come possible' which means as near 'as possible'. The Doctrine of Cypres is evolved in the English law in relation to Charitable Trust. The Doctrine of Cypres is the legal concept which gives Court the power to interpret the terms of a will, gift, or charitable trust. This doctrine can be invoked when the intention of the original document is not carried out and therefore, the court can interfere.
View DetailsDOCTRINE OF EMINENT DOMAIN | Evolution: The doctrine of eminent domain is originated from the western countries and was followed in India. The word eminent domain is derived from the Latin term ‘Eminenes Dominium’ which was introduced in the 17th century.
View DetailsDOCTRINE OF CAVEAT EMPTOR | Evolution: The doctrine of caveat emptor has been followed by the Courts of England. This doctrine is traced to the sixteenth century. During the 19th century, the caveat emptor was well established in the various cases in the period of the Industrial revolution.
View DetailsDOCTRINE OF ADVERSE POSSESSION. Evolution: The doctrine of adverse possession is traced back to about 2000 years during the Christian era of the First Babylonian Dynasty. He is the lawgiver who gave 282 Rules in the Code and Rules 3 which dealt with the concept of adverse possession. The modern concept of adverse possession is derived from the concept to produce the land for the ultimate use of the society who held the best title to the land.
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