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Can a Karta sell joint family property to one relative? Heres what the law allows

The Supreme Court upheld a Madras High Court ruling stating a Karta cannot transfer joint family property to one member without genuine necessity. Such alienations are only binding on other co-parceners if proven to be for pressing family needs or the estate's benefit, with the burden of proof on the recipient.

26 Feb 2026 8:00 am