Ranmenika and Others vs. Perera – sllr 2019 volume 1 page 282

The case between Ranmenika and Others and Perera addressed the issue of whether the plaintiffs had established both title and precise boundaries over the disputed land in a rei vindicatio action. It was held that plaintiffs must prove both clear ownership and an identifiable corpus; failure to do so results in dismissal. The key legal principle reaffirmed was that procedural deficiencies by the trial court, such as not answering all issues, do not warrant reversal unless substantial prejudice is demonstrated. Reliance was placed on the Civil Procedure Code and relevant constitutional provisions, as well as established precedents. The decision confirms the distinct legal requirements for claims of title and claims for boundary demarcation, emphasizing finality and procedural fairness in suc