The Economic Times

Calling property ancestral isnt enough: Courts demand clear chain of title and documentary proof

Courts now demand concrete proof for ancestral property claims. Simply calling property ancestral is insufficient. Claimants must establish a traceable lineage from the original ancestor to themselves. This requires documentary evidence like revenue records and proof of possession. Recent rulings emphasize that birthright alone does not guarantee ownership. Without a clear chain of title, such claims are being dismissed.