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Contract Law in India: Express to Voidable

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🏛️ Introduction Contracts are the lifeblood of any modern legal and commercial system. Whether it’s a simple transaction like buying groceries or a complex business deal involving multiple parties, contracts provide the structure, certainty, and legal enforceability needed to ensure that the expectations of all parties are clearly defined and protected. Under the Indian Contract Act, 1872 , a contract is defined as an agreement enforceable by law. Every contract involves an offer, acceptance, consideration, and mutual intent to enter into legal obligations. However, not all contracts are created the same . Depending on how they are formed or their enforceability, contracts can be broadly classified into Express, Implied, Void, and Voidable contracts . Understanding these distinctions is essential not only for lawyers and law students, but also for business owners, service providers, and even individuals who routinely enter into informal agreements in their day-to-day lives. A ...

How to Check Land Ownership in Karnataka

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  🌐 Introduction In Karnataka, land ownership records are a crucial part of any property transaction, whether it's a purchase, lease, agricultural activity, or legal dispute. Thanks to the state’s e-governance initiative, you can now access all land-related records online through the Bhoomi Portal . This article provides a step-by-step guide on how to check land ownership in Karnataka, explains the importance of land records, and highlights how to resolve discrepancies if any are found. The Bhoomi Portal is an online land records management system introduced by the Revenue Department of Karnataka , designed to digitize and simplify access to land records. Earlier, citizens had to visit government offices to obtain land records such as RTC (Record of Rights, Tenancy and Crops) , mutation status , or land maps . Now, with the Bhoomi portal, this information is readily accessible from the comfort of your home. Official Website: 👉 https://landrecords.karnataka.gov.in 📜 ...

🏡 What is an Encumbrance Certificate & How to Get It?

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Introduction Buying a property is one of the most significant financial decisions an individual or family makes in their lifetime. Whether it is for residential, commercial, or investment purposes, the process involves not just a large monetary commitment but also a series of legal verifications to ensure that the transaction is safe, valid, and free from future complications. One of the most important aspects of this due diligence is ensuring that the title of the property is clear,  meaning the property is not involved in any legal disputes, not mortgaged, and does not have any outstanding liabilities or claims against it. To verify this, one of the most essential documents you must obtain is the Encumbrance Certificate (EC) . Issued by the local Sub-Registrar’s Office , the EC serves as proof of a property’s legal and financial status over a specified period. It helps determine whether the property is free from encumbrances such as loans, mortgages, unpaid dues, court attachme...