The distinction between a lease and a license primarily hinges on the nature of the right conferred and the legal implications of each.

A lease grants a possessory interest in the property, conferring certain rights to the lessee, such as exclusive possession for a fixed term, and is generally governed by the Transfer of Property Act. It creates a proprietary interest that can be transferred, assigned, or inherited, and typically involves a consideration, such as rent. A lease is thus a more permanent and legally recognized interest in the property, with clear terms and conditions that define the rights and obligations of both parties (!) .

In contrast, a license merely confers permission to use the property without creating any interest or estate therein. It does not grant exclusive possession but rather a personal right that is revocable at the will of the licensor. Licenses are generally governed by contractual principles and can be terminated at any time, subject to the terms of the license agreement. They do not transfer any interest in the property and cannot be assigned or inherited (!) .

Regarding allotments, these are often made by the State or public authorities under conditional terms. Such allotments may be subject to specific conditions, including restrictions on use, duration, or purpose. Moreover, the State typically retains the right to resume or cancel the allotment for public purposes or under regulations applicable to land revenue or other statutory provisions. These conditions and the State's reservation of the right to resume are often explicitly stipulated in the grant or allotment terms, emphasizing that such allotments are not absolute interests but conditional grants that can be revoked or resumed as per the statutory or regulatory framework (!) .

In summary, the key differences are that a lease creates a proprietary interest with certain legal protections and transferability, whereas a license is a personal permission that is revocable and does not confer any interest. Allotments made by the State are often conditional, with the right of resumption reserved for public purposes, aligning with the principles of conditional grants and land revenue regulations.