Section 164(3)(a) in Madras Estates Land Act, 1908
(a)a record of all rights and obligations of each ryot and landholder in respect of -(i)the use by the ryots of water for agricultural purposes whether obtained from a tank, well or any other source of supply; and(ii)the repair and maintenance of works for securing a supply of water for the cultivation of the land held by each ryot whether or not such works be situated within the boundaries of such land; and