Category Archives: Legal

In India, property ownership is often a complex and emotional matter, particularly when it comes to ancestral property. Ancestral property, often passed down through generations, can be a source of familial pride or a cause of disputes. Understanding the legal aspects, especially eviction laws, is crucial to ensure a smooth transition of property within families […]

Ancestral property is a property that is inherited from one’s ancestors. In India, ancestral property is governed by the Hindu Succession Act, 1956. The Act defines ancestral property as property that is inherited from a male Hindu ancestor.

Here are some legal considerations for married couples in India when purchasing property:

The property rights of a second wife in India are determined by the religion of the husband and the legality of the second marriage.

The Calcutta High Court has ruled that a husband who has married for the second time is still duty bound to provide for his first wife. The court made this ruling in a case involving a woman named Sefali Khatun, who was married to her husband in 2003. The couple had two children together. However, […]

The property rights of a woman after divorce in India are governed by the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, the Muslim Personal Law (Shariat), and the Indian Succession Act, 1925.

An indemnity bond, also known as a guarantee bond, is a legal document that is used to protect one party (the obligee) from financial losses that may be caused by another party (the principal). The surety, who is usually a financial institution, agrees to pay the obligee if the principal fails to fulfill their obligations.

Inheritance planning is important for everyone, regardless of their marital status. However, it is especially important for single people, as they do not have a spouse or other family members to help them make decisions about their assets after their death.

In June 2023, the Madras High Court ruled that a homemaker wife is entitled to an equal share in her husband’s self-acquired property. The court’s ruling was based on the principle that a wife’s contribution to the household, such as taking care of the children and running the home, is just as valuable as the […]