Problems Arising from Unregistered Partition

Even if there is a partition among family members, failing to register it can cause issues for future generations, said Judge Mohan Ram.

At a legal awareness camp conducted by the Chengalpattu Taluk Legal Services at Balappadi in Chengalpattu district, Principal District Judge Mohan Ram spoke about the matter. He stated that civil cases are largely decided based on documents. When there are no documents from either party, decisions are made based on witnesses. Many complaints have been made about the refusal to issue land titles (patta). Authorities first examine the rights and the means of acquiring those rights of the person requesting the patta. Properties valued over 100 rupees must be registered. Claims cannot be made based on unregistered documents.

In villages, 80% of partitions are resolved through informal agreements written on small value stamps (2 to 50 rupees), which are not legally recognized. Though properties may be divided properly, if the value of a given share increases unexpectedly, unregistered properties can lead to legal disputes. If a portion of the property is claimed by another party later, they may approach the court.

Even if you have enjoyed the property for 150 years, you must have paid taxes to the Village Administrative Officer (VAO) and obtained receipts. If another person has paid taxes and has receipts for many years, it will favor them. When seeking information under the Right to Information Act or submitting petitions, keeping copies of the documents is essential. Sending petitions via registered post ensures you have a receipt, which can help in future complaints to higher authorities.

If men in the household neglect to register partitions or property transactions, women should be vigilant and encourage their husbands to do so. Avoiding registration fees or assuming that family relations will prevent disputes can lead to problems for future generations. To prevent future generations from being deceived, even family partitions should be registered.

Key Points:

Importance of Registration: 

Registering partitions and property transactions is crucial to avoid future disputes.

Legal Awareness: 

Understanding the legal implications and maintaining proper documentation can protect property rights.

Preventing Future Issues: 

Properly registering documents ensures future generations do not face legal complications or deception.

By registering partitions and property transactions, families can secure their property rights and prevent future legal challenges.