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.