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Partition of properties under Section 4 of the Partition Act - Ownership and transfer of specific property - Application under Section 4 of the Partition Act - Dispute over ancestral land - Determination of dwelling house status for partition purposes. Analysis: 1. The case involved a dispute arising from a partition suit regarding certain properties owned by Girish Chandra Dutt, with the specific focus on C. S. Plot No. 1596. The ownership succession and transfer of shares within the family were crucial aspects of the case. 2. The property in question, Plot No. 1596, had a complex history of ownership and settlements dating back to the late 19th century. Various family members had stakes in the property, leading to disputes over its rightful ownership and usage. 3. The plaintiff contended that Plot No. 1596 was an ancestral Udbastu land used as part of the dwelling house, while the defendant No. 5 claimed ownership based on settlements made by other family members. The determination of the property's status as part of the dwelling house was a key issue in the case. 4. The lower courts had differing opinions on whether Plot No. 1596 constituted part of the plaintiff's dwelling house, with the appellate court affirming the trial court's decision based on the plaintiff's intention to retain the property for residential purposes. 5. The appellant challenged the appellate decision, arguing that historical usage alone should not determine the dwelling house status and that the plaintiff's long-term disuse of the property indicated abandonment. The interpretation of the term "dwelling house" under Section 4 of the Partition Act was a focal point of contention. 6. Legal precedents were cited to support the liberal interpretation of the term "dwelling house," encompassing not only the main structure but also ancillary buildings, gardens, and areas essential for convenient occupation. The case law highlighted the importance of intention and potential future use in determining dwelling house status. 7. The judgment raised concerns about the permanent settlement of Plot No. 1596 in favor of defendant No. 5 and its implications on the property's status as part of the dwelling house. The court emphasized the need to consider all relevant factors, including the terms of settlement and possible estoppel effects on co-sharers. 8. Ultimately, the High Court allowed the appeal and remanded the case to the trial court for rehearing, citing the need for a comprehensive review considering all aspects, including the impact of the permanent settlement on the property's intended use as a dwelling house. This detailed analysis outlines the intricate legal issues surrounding the partition of properties, ownership disputes, and the determination of a dwelling house's status under the Partition Act, as addressed in the judgment delivered by the High Court of Calcutta.
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