Indian Easements Act, 1882 · Chapter V: The Extinction, Suspension and Revival of Easements
Section 40: Extinction on expiration of limited period or happening of dissolving condition
An easement is extinguished where it has been imposed for a limited period, or acquired on condition that it shall become void on the performance or non-performance of a specified act, and the period expires or the condition is fulfilled.
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