Common Types of Property Disputes in India
Property disputes are among the most common civil litigations in Indian courts. The major categories include:
- Title Disputes: Multiple claimants to ownership of a property
- Possession Disputes: Illegal occupation or wrongful dispossession
- Partition Suits: Division of ancestral or jointly owned property
- Boundary Disputes: Encroachment by neighbors
- Tenancy Disputes: Between landlords and tenants
- Builder-Buyer Disputes: Delayed possession, defects, or fraud by builders
Important Legal Steps Before Buying Property
- Get a comprehensive title search for at least 30 years
- Verify Encumbrance Certificate from the Sub-Registrar office
- Check for government acquisition notifications
- Confirm mutation records in revenue department
- Verify approved building plans and occupancy certificate
How to File a Property Suit
Property suits are filed in the civil court having jurisdiction over the property location. The limitation period is generally 12 years for possession suits and 3 years for recovery of money related to property.
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