self made map of plot is not authentic document, demarcation of land is necessary

Self-Made Maps and Demarcation in Indian Judiciary

Key Legal Principle: A self-made map of a plot is generally not considered an authentic document in Indian legal proceedings. Mangtu Ram Sahu VS Yogendra Kumar Dheewar - ChhattisgarhSurjit Behl W/o Gurdeep Singh Behl VS Goutam Bhaduri, Sanjay S. AgrawaGoutam Bhaduri, Sanjay S. Agrawa - ChhattisgarhUnion Of India VS Mangatu Ram - Supreme CourtGunwant Kaur VS Municipal Committee, Bhatinda - Supreme CourtRaju S. Jethmalani VS State Of Maharashtra - Supreme CourtHaryana Waqf Board VS Shanti Sarup - Supreme CourtK. R. Bhagat VS Parmeshwar Dayal Pathak - ChhattisgarhState Of Orissa VS Dhaniram Luhar - Supreme CourtRADHEY SHYAM VS SHANKAR LAL GUPTA - ChhattisgarhSantoshi Jangade, wife of Shri. Venkat Raman VS Abhishek Singh, son of late R. K. Singh - ChhattisgarhOrissa Olympic Association Th. General Secretary VS State of Orissa - Supreme CourtANIL LUNIA VS SACHCHIDANAND TIWARI - ChhattisgarhTAHSILDAR SINGH VS STATE OF CHHATTISGARH - Chhattisgarh

Requirement for Demarcation: To establish the boundaries of a plot and resolve disputes, a proper demarcation process is necessary. This involves:

Consequences of Insufficient Demarcation: Failure to properly demarcate the land can lead to:

Recommendations:

  • Seek Official Demarcation: Ensure that the demarcation of the land is conducted by a competent revenue officer in accordance with the legal procedures.
  • Obtain a Certified Demarcation Report: Request a certified copy of the demarcation report from the revenue officer.
  • Examine the Demarcation Officer: Call the demarcation officer as a witness in court to testify about the process and the report''''s accuracy.
  • Challenge Insufficient Demarcation: If the opposing party relies on a self-made map or an improperly conducted demarcation, challenge its authenticity and request a proper demarcation process.

Conclusion: In the Indian judiciary, self-made maps are not considered reliable evidence. Proper demarcation by a competent revenue officer is crucial for establishing the boundaries of a plot and ensuring a fair and just outcome in legal proceedings.

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