Ancestral Property Division Guide

Summary

In Tamil Nadu, ancestral property is divided equally among all heirs under the Hindu Succession Act, 1956. Sons and daughters have equal rights. A partition suit can be filed to legally divide the property if disputes arise. Family settlements are also an option for amicable resolution. For issues like sold gold without evidence, legal advice is recommended. Consider consulting a lawyer for personalized guidance.

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In Tamil Nadu, ancestral property disputes are governed by the Hindu Succession Act, *. Here are some key points:
- Ancestral property is typically divided equally among all heirs.
- Both sons and daughters have equal rights to inherit the ancestral property.
- A family settlement or partition deed can help resolve disputes amicably.
Do you have any specific questions about your situation?
I had a grandfather he owns not owning it was came to my grandfather by his father note it and but both my grandparents are died so my grandparents have * children * sisters and * brother ( my dad) and my grandfather died in * ok and now my grandmother 3 months ago ok and after my grandfather death' my Father had to take care of the farm and my grandmother in add to my father didn't study properly and didn't have any just use to work as car driver time to time but mainly work for farm he used to take care all the farm but my aunt as his sister are studied well married a well riched guy has o own house and luxury and we don't even has a house (in rental ) so there are only * acre land they told at the first you will take the care the entire farm because you don't have anything to my father after my grandfather death' so now they became so greddy they now want to sell the land and want a equal share after my grandfather it was nothing me and my family workhard to built it but now they want it as they built
In Tamil Nadu, under the Hindu Succession Act, *, ancestral property is divided equally among all legal heirs, including sons and daughters. Since your father and his siblings are all legal heirs, they have equal rights to the property. Here are your options:
- Negotiate a family settlement to divide the property amicably.
- File a partition suit in court to legally divide the property.
Do you want more details on either option?
One there s no will by my grandparents one more thing when my mom married to my father my mom has * savaran gold but my grandfather maniplated my mom and sold the gold to take care of farm and his family not telling my mom when he get caught he told her I give u one share of farm as equal as their children
It seems there are two main issues: the ancestral property and the gold sold by your grandfather. Here are your options:
- Ancestral Property:
- You can file a partition suit in court to legally divide the property among all heirs.

- Gold Issue:
- You might seek legal advice to explore if a claim can be made on the promise of one share of the farm.
Would you like more information on how to proceed with either of these options?
Ok but there's no evidence or anything of my father contribution and my mom gold
For the ancestral property, you can still file a partition suit even without evidence of your father's contributions. Courts typically consider equal division among heirs under the Hindu Succession Act, *.
For the gold issue, you can seek legal advice to see if any claims can be made based on your grandfather's promise, although lacking evidence may make this challenging.
Would you like more detailed steps on filing a partition suit?
Yes
To file a partition suit in Tamil Nadu, follow these steps:
- Hire a Lawyer: Engage a lawyer specializing in property disputes.
- Prepare Documents: Collect all relevant property documents and details of all heirs.
- File a Suit: Your lawyer will file the partition suit in the appropriate court.
- Court Proceedings: Attend court hearings and provide necessary evidence.
- Decree: If the court finds in your favor, it will issue a decree for partition.
Would you like more details on finding a lawyer or preparing documents?
I want know all laws about ancestral property of india
Sure, here are some key laws about ancestral property in India under the Hindu Succession Act, *:
- Equal Rights: Sons and daughters have equal rights to inherit ancestral property.
- Property Division: Property is divided equally among all legal heirs.
- Partition Suit: Heirs can file a partition suit to legally divide the property.
- Family Settlement: Disputes can be resolved through a family settlement.
Would you like more detailed information on any specific aspect?