Multiple choice

A clear proof of usage will outweigh the written text of law. It was observed in

  1. Appovier Vs. Rama Subba Aiyar

  2. Collector of Madura Vs. Mootoo Ramalinga

  3. Atmaram Vs. Bajirao

  4. Arunachala Mudaliar Vs. Murugantha
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Explanation

In Atmaram v. Bajirao (1873), the Privy Council held that where custom or usage is clearly established, it can override the written text of statute, establishing the primacy of proven customary law in certain contexts. This principle applies when usage is ancient, certain, and reasonable. The other options are also Indian cases but did not establish this specific doctrine about usage outweighing written law.

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