Bhawanji Lakhamshi and Ors. v. Himatlal Jamnadas Dani and Ors.

1 SCC 388Reported decision1997#1751 most cited

What is Bhawanji Lakhamshi and Ors. v. Himatlal Jamnadas Dani and Ors. authority for?

A tenant holding over after the expiration of the lease term does not automatically create a new tenancy. A tenancy holding over under Section 116 of the Transfer of Property Act arises only if the lessor accepts rent after the lease period, otherwise the tenant's status is that of a tenant at sufferance.

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Also referred to as

Bhawanji Lakhamshi v Himatlal Jamnadas Dani · (1972) 1 SCC 388 · Section 116 Transfer of Property Act · tenant holding over · tenancy at sufferance · lease expiry · acceptance of rent · renewal of lease · landlord tenant relationship · implied consent lessor · TP Act Section 116

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