N.H.M.S.Perera v Margaret Perera – SC APPEAL NO. 103/2013-2017

In the case between N.H.M.S. Perera (substituted by widow Anula) and Margaret Perera (with substituted defendants including G.D. Leelaratne and G.D. Rupani), the court addressed the issue of whether adequate identification and title to a specific shop premises had been established, and whether the claim of co-ownership by the defendants was tenable. It was held that the plaintiff had clearly identified and proved title to the shop premises, and the defendants’ assertion of co-ownership lacked evidentiary merit. The principle reaffirmed is that clear legal boundaries and established possession prevail over belated claims of co-ownership. Reliance was placed on the chain of deeds, boundaries stated in legal instruments, and consistent acceptance across legal proceedings. The decision affirms