ANTONETTO JOHN D.SOUZA @JOHNNY D'SUZA vs MRS.ALDILA BRAGANZA

The Supreme Court upheld the High Court's decision to quash the orders of the Mamlatdar and Additional Collector regarding the reopening of proceedings under the Mamlatdar's Court Act. The Court emphasized that the Mamlatdar must determine his jurisdiction to address the respondent's claim of obstruction to her traditional easementary access. The judgment clarifies the procedural aspects of jurisdiction under the Act, reinforcing the need for proper adjudication of easement rights.