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Recent case law confirms that the Goa Succession Act, 2012, is the governing law for succession and inventory proceedings within Goa, replacing earlier laws and procedures ["PRAGATI PRAVIN PAWASKAR AND ANR vs RAJESH SURESH PRABHU WALAVALKAR @ RAJESH SURESH WALAVALKAR - Bombay"], ["PRAGATI PRAVIN PAWASKAR AND ANR vs RAJESH SURESH PRABHU WALAVALKAR @ RAJESH SURESH WALAVALKAR - Bombay"].
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References:- ["Papiya Sarkar, Wd/o. Som. Subhra Sarkar VS Som Subhra Sarkar (since deceased) S/o. Late Mohit Chandra Sarkar - Bombay"]- ["MRS. LAKSHMI ANIL SALGAOCAR vs MRS CHANDANA ANIL SALGAOCAR - Bombay"]- ["LAKSHMI ANIL SALGAOCAR THR. POA ARJUN ANIL SALGAOCAR AND ANR. vs CHANDANA ANIL SALGAOCAR AND 2 ORS. - Bombay"]- ["Sgn. Ldn. A. P. Fernandes VS Annette Blunt Finch - Bombay"]- ["MARIA LUIZA VALENTINA PEREIRA VS JOSE PAULO COUTINHO - Bombay"]- ["MR. INACIO LOBO AND 3 ORS vs MRS. MARINA LOBO AND ANR - Bombay"]- ["PRAGATI PRAVIN PAWASKAR AND ANR vs RAJESH SURESH PRABHU WALAVALKAR @ RAJESH SURESH WALAVALKAR - Bombay"]- ["PRAGATI PRAVIN PAWASKAR AND ANR vs RAJESH SURESH PRABHU WALAVALKAR @ RAJESH SURESH WALAVALKAR - Bombay"]
In the intricate world of inheritance law in Goa, inventory proceedings play a crucial role in identifying and valuing a deceased person's estate. But what happens when an inventory is dismissed? A common query arises: Inventory under Goa Succession Act dismissed on the Grounds that Names of Heirs mismatch. While heir name discrepancies can spark disputes, the core issue often lies deeper in procedural lapses, particularly the failure to conduct a mandatory summary inquiry when objections are raised. This blog explores the primary grounds for such dismissals under the Goa Succession, Special Notaries and Inventory Proceeding Act, 2012 (Goa Succession Act), drawing from key judicial findings and related cases.
Understanding these grounds can help heirs, administrators, and legal practitioners navigate proceedings effectively and avoid costly remands.
The primary ground for dismissing an inventory under the Goa Succession Act is the Inventory Court's failure to hold a legally mandated summary inquiry when objections are raised regarding the listing of assets or liabilities. This is explicitly required by Section 400(5) of the Act. Courts have consistently held that skipping this step constitutes a substantive legal error, leading to the order being set aside and the matter remanded for proper proceedings. Mario Aleixo Guadalupe Da Costa VS Jose Aleixo Guilherme Da Costa - 2021 0 Supreme(Bom) 1108
As noted in a pivotal case: The court found that the Inventory Court disposed of the objections without holding the necessary summary inquiry as required by Section 400(5) of the Act.Mario Aleixo Guadalupe Da Costa VS Jose Aleixo Guilherme Da Costa - 2021 0 Supreme(Bom) 1108 This procedural safeguard ensures fairness, allowing parties to substantiate claims about estate composition.
Heir name mismatches, while potentially triggering objections, are typically resolved through this inquiry rather than outright dismissal without process.
Section 400(5) mandates: The provisions of law require the holding of a summary inquiry before the assets or liabilities are listed where objections are raised to their being listed.Mario Aleixo Guadalupe Da Costa VS Jose Aleixo Guilherme Da Costa - 2021 0 Supreme(Bom) 1108 This prevents arbitrary decisions, especially in cases where heirs dispute listings due to name variations, unlisted properties, or succession rights.
Failure here isn't a minor oversight; it's a ground for legal invalidity. Courts emphasize that all contentions on merits remain open post-inquiry, ensuring no prejudice from procedural shortcuts.
While the query highlights heir name mismatches, judicial scrutiny reveals these often stem from broader evidentiary gaps addressed via inquiry. Related cases underscore accurate heir identification under Section 5 (types of successors: heirs and legatees) and Section 399 (no distinction between married/unmarried daughters or sons). UMA MAHESH BANDEKAR VS VIVEK SADANAND MARATHE - 2019 Supreme(SC) 282 For instance, a daughter's right to succession in parental properties, including leases, was upheld regardless of marital status: A daughter, married or unmarried, would have a right of succession in the properties of the parents including the lease.UMA MAHESH BANDEKAR VS VIVEK SADANAND MARATHE - 2019 Supreme(SC) 282
Mismatches might arise from outdated records or disputes over legal heirs (e.g., descendants, ascendants per Section 52), but dismissal without inquiry violates natural justice. Jayshree N Rajebhosale @ Bimabairauji Rane VS Dildar Murarrao Nimbalkar - 2021 Supreme(Bom) 1199
Goa Succession Act proceedings intersect with broader succession principles, revealing patterns in dismissals or challenges:
Daughters' Succession Rights: In a case involving lease premises, objections to valuation and enlisting were dismissed improperly without full inquiry, affirming daughters' equal rights under Sections 5 and 399 r/w 446. The Supreme Court intervened, allowing the appeal as proceedings weren't under the Goa Rent Act but pure succession law. UMA MAHESH BANDEKAR VS VIVEK SADANAND MARATHE - 2019 Supreme(SC) 282
Administrator Appointment and Natural Justice: Improper administrator selection without deciding impleadment applications first led to quashing orders. The appointment of the administrator was made in violation of the principles of natural justice and the procedure established by the law.Jayshree N Rajebhosale @ Bimabairauji Rane VS Dildar Murarrao Nimbalkar - 2021 Supreme(Bom) 1199 This mirrors inventory inquiry lapses.
Head of Family Disqualification: Failure to discharge duties (e.g., rendering accounts under Section 379) results in removal under Section 384, highlighting procedural diligence. Antonio Olavo Menino Vaz @ Olavo Vaz And Anr VS Francisco Vaz And Ors - 2021 Supreme(Bom) 676
Prescription and Co-Heir Rights: Claims aren't barred by time if co-heirs' rights remain indivisible pre-partition (Portuguese Civil Code Articles 2015-2017, corresponding to Section 16). Sisters' partition suits over 30 years post-death succeeded as ouster pleas fail among co-heirs. Ramchandra Anant Sinai Rataboli VS Manica Sinai Rataboli @ Manik Venkatesh Nayak - 2020 Supreme(Bom) 1164Ramchandra Anant Sinai Rataboli VS Manica Sinai Rataboli Alias Manik Venkatesh Nayak - 2020 Supreme(Bom) 911
Hindu Succession Overlaps: Though not directly under Goa Act, amendments granting daughters coparcener status from birth invalidate prior relinquishments, relevant for mixed estates. Babasaheb s/o. Raghunath Makode vs Leelabai @ Neelabai w/o. Babulal Deshmane - 2025 Supreme(Bom) 823
These cases reinforce that procedural adherence, including inquiries on heir identities, is paramount.
No explicit exceptions to Section 400(5) exist; proper inquiry validates inventories even amid disputes. However, if no objections are raised, streamlined proceedings may suffice. Claims may face prescription bars outside joint possession contexts, but co-heir indivisibility protects many. Ramchandra Anant Sinai Rataboli VS Manica Sinai Rataboli @ Manik Venkatesh Nayak - 2020 Supreme(Bom) 1164
To avoid dismissals:- File Detailed Objections: Specify mismatches, asset sources, or heir qualifications promptly.- Demand Inquiry: Insist on Section 400(5) compliance; document proceedings meticulously.- Courts' Role: Adhere strictly—conduct inquiries, decide impleadments first, ensure natural justice. Jayshree N Rajebhosale @ Bimabairauji Rane VS Dildar Murarrao Nimbalkar - 2021 Supreme(Bom) 1199- Seek Administrator Wisely: Prioritize diligent heads of family to prevent disqualifications. Antonio Olavo Menino Vaz @ Olavo Vaz And Anr VS Francisco Vaz And Ors - 2021 Supreme(Bom) 676- Verify Heir Status: Confirm under Sections 5, 52; daughters enjoy equal rights. UMA MAHESH BANDEKAR VS VIVEK SADANAND MARATHE - 2019 Supreme(SC) 282
Inventory dismissals under the Goa Succession Act typically stem from failing the mandatory summary inquiry on objections, not isolated heir name mismatches. This procedural pillar upholds fairness in succession. Key takeaway: Prioritize compliance with Section 400(5) to safeguard proceedings. Mario Aleixo Guadalupe Da Costa VS Jose Aleixo Guilherme Da Costa - 2021 0 Supreme(Bom) 1108
While this overview draws from reported cases, laws evolve, and specifics vary. This is general information, not legal advice—consult a qualified Goa succession lawyer for your situation. Stay informed to protect your inheritance rights.
References:1. Mario Aleixo Guadalupe Da Costa VS Jose Aleixo Guilherme Da Costa - 2021 0 Supreme(Bom) 1108: Core case on summary inquiry failure.2. UMA MAHESH BANDEKAR VS VIVEK SADANAND MARATHE - 2019 Supreme(SC) 282: Daughters' rights in inventory.3. Jayshree N Rajebhosale @ Bimabairauji Rane VS Dildar Murarrao Nimbalkar - 2021 Supreme(Bom) 1199: Natural justice in appointments.4. Antonio Olavo Menino Vaz @ Olavo Vaz And Anr VS Francisco Vaz And Ors - 2021 Supreme(Bom) 676: Disqualification procedures.5. Ramchandra Anant Sinai Rataboli VS Manica Sinai Rataboli @ Manik Venkatesh Nayak - 2020 Supreme(Bom) 1164, Ramchandra Anant Sinai Rataboli VS Manica Sinai Rataboli Alias Manik Venkatesh Nayak - 2020 Supreme(Bom) 911: Prescription in co-heir claims.
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Agha would further states that in the State of Goa the The Goa Succession, Special Notaries and Inventory Proceeding Act, 2012 provides different procedure wherein there is no question of grant of Succession Certificate but a succession is decided during inventory proceedings. ... By the impugned order, though the learned trial Court considered the fact that the parties are non-Goan and they are governed by the Indian Succession #HL....
of Section 1 of the Goa Succession Act , the inventory proceeding would follow the procedure laid down in the Goa Succession Act for the allotment of the estate of late Anil to his moiety holder Lakshmi and his heirs, Chandana, Sameer, Purnima and Arjun. ... On 06.05.2017, Lakshmi, as Head of the Family iled a Declaration on Oath before the Inventory Court. his was in compliance with the provisions of Section 376 of the #HL_START....
of Section 1 of the Goa Succession Act, the inventory proceeding would follow the procedure laid down in the Goa Succession Act for the allotment of the estate of late Anil to his moiety holder Lakshmi and his heirs, Chandana, Sameer, Purnima and Arjun. ... On 06.05.2017, Lakshmi, as Head of the Family iled a Declaration on Oath before the Inventory Court. his was in compliance with the provisions of Section 376 of the Go....
In the result, the Writ Petition is dismissed. ... Proceedings deserve to be dismissed at the threshold. ... is heir adopts such title or qualification in any public or private act ... Court nor there are grounds raised in this petition p style="position:absolute;white-space:pre;margin:0;padding:0;top:569pt;left:121pt
in mind the provisions of Section 376 (3) and (4) of the Goa Succession, Special Notaries and Inventory Proceedings Act, 2012 [the Act of 2012, for short]. ... By accepting the contrary statement, the learned Inventory Court virtually shifted the burden on the Respondents in view of the presumption under Section 378 of the said Act. ... The court may accept or reject the proposed names; (vi) whether there are assets to be collated and give the #HL_ST....
therefrom whilst holding that the properties outside Goa would be governed by the Indian Succession Act. ... Act, 1925, the Hindu Succession Act, the Indian Divorce Act, 1865, etc., with the result that the rights of all persons with regard to succession were governed by the provisions of the Portuguese Civil Code, 1867, in the State of Goa and the Union Territory of Daman and Diu. ... (supra) that the properties outside G....
Section 5 of the Inventory Proceeding Act, 2012 provides for the types of successors; heirs and legatees. ... That by the impugned judgment and order, the High Court of Bombay at Goa has dismissed the appeal preferred by the appellants. ... the Goa Rent Act only. ... ) of the Goa Rent Act. ... 2(o) of the Goa Rent Act.
Besides, in terms of Section 247 of the Goa Succession Act of Section 375 of the Goa Succession Act 2012, deals with - Besides, in terms of the said Succession Act 2012, Section 376 relevant provisions of The Goa Succession, Special Notaries p style="position:absolute;white-space:pre;margin:0;padding
The Goa Succession, Special Notaries and Inventory Proceeding Act, 2012 came into force in the year 2016 and repealed the earlier provisions under the Civil Code. Section 460 of the Act of 2012 deals with repeal and savings, which read thus: “460. ... Inventory Proceeding Act, 2012 [Act of 2012, for short]. ... The Petitioners preferred the present Petition, challenging the order passed by the Trial Court dated 07.10.2023, thereby appointing the Re....
The Goa Succession, Special Notaries and Inventory Proceeding Act, 2012 came into force in the year 2016 and repealed the earlier provisions under the Civil Code. ... The Petitioners preferred the present Petition, challenging the order passed by the Trial Court dated 07.10.2023, thereby appointing the Respondent as Head of the Family in the Inventory Proceedings No. 82/2020, in view of Section 376 of the Goa Succession, Special Notaries and Inventory#HL_....
1981. He was survived by two class-I female legal heirs, namely his widow and his daughter-the plaintiff. Section 6 of the Hindu Succession Act as it stood prior to amendment, provides that when a Hindu male dies after commencement of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956, his share or interest in undivided Hindu family will be inherited by his class-I legal heirs, in case he dies intestate or by testamentary disposition if he dies executing a will. It is thus clear that the share of a deceased co-parcener who dies after commencement of the Hindu Succession Act, 1956 leaving behind female....
3. Present appeal against order is filed under Section 451 of the Goa Succession, Special Notaries and Inventory Act, 2012 (for the sake of brevity 'Goa Succession Act') against the order dated 20.11.2019 in Special Inventory Proceeding No.1/2011/A passed by the Senior Civil Judge, 'A' Court Bicholim, below Exhibit D-48 & D-49. Order of legal succession - (1) The legal succession shall devolve in the following order :- (i) on the descendants; (ii) on the ascendants, subject to the provisions of sub-section (2) of section 72; (iii) on the brothers and their descendants; (iv)....
It has held that the appellant incurred disqualification under section 384 of the Goa Succession Special Notaries and Inventory Proceeding Act, 2012 ("the Act"). 2. In turn, the trial Court tried the issue and eventually passed the impugned order, dated 13.8.2019. Aggrieved, the appellant has filed this Appeal from Order.
It corresponds to Section 16 of the Goa Succession, Special Notaries and Inventory Proceeding Act, 2012. It deals with “right of petition of inheritance in totality”. To understand the true nature of inheritance or a demand for partition, we should look at Article 2016. According to Article 2015, if many persons simultaneously have the same inheritance, their right shall be indivisible regarding both possession and ownership, as long as the partition has not been effected.
It corresponds to Section 16 of the Goa Succession, Special Notaries and Inventory Proceeding Act, 2012. According to Article 2015, if many persons simultaneously have the same inheritance, their right shall be indivisible regarding both possession and ownership, as long as the partition has not been effected. To understand the true nature of inheritance or a demand for partition, we should look at Article 2016. It deals with "right of petition of inheritance in totality".
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