Government-authorised maps receive presumptive accuracy, while litigation-specific maps require independent proof of accuracy in evidentiary proceedings. Section 83 requires the Court to presume that maps or plans purporting to have been made under the authority of the Central Government or a State ... Summary
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Government-authorised maps receive presumptive accuracy, while litigation-specific maps require independent proof of accuracy in evidentiary proceedings.
Section 83 requires the Court to presume that maps or plans purporting to have been made under the authority of the Central Government or a State Government were so made and are accurate. Maps or plans prepared for the purposes of a particular cause are excluded from this presumption and must be proved accurate.
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