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Land Records and Land Reform in India

Land Records and Reform: Recap

A recap of India's land governance challenges and reforms.

This lesson reviews the module.

Problem

Fragmented records and presumptive titles cause disputes.

Reforms

Digitisation, unique IDs and drone surveys.

Debates

Conclusive titling, acquisition rules and women’s rights.

Outcome

Clear land rights unlock credit and investment.

Checking a plot

Before buying, check the record, mutation history and encumbrances.

Skipping due diligence on a purchase

Title risk remains.

Key takeaways
  • Land records are fragmented.
  • Digitisation is progressing.
  • Titling reform is debated.
  • Clear rights help growth.
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