Reviewed case brief

Ramcoomar Koondoo v John McQueen

(1872) LR Supp Vol 209 (Privy Council)

The real owner who placed property in another's name (benami) is estopped from claiming against an innocent purchaser for value without notice.

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Court
Privy Council
Year
1872
Subjects
Property Law
Reviewed
2026-06-30

Rule established

Bona fide purchaser from benami holder acquires good title against real owner who consented to benami

Facts

    Issues

      Held

        Ratio decidendi

        How to use it in an exam

        Editorial source

        (1872) LR Supp Vol 209 (Privy Council)

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