Apni Law Staff asked 2 years ago
My father built two houses – one in our ancestral village and another in a nearby town. The village land was inherited from our grandparents, while the town property is registered in my father’s name. He used his own savings to build both houses. After retiring, he built a third house using his retirement benefits on land owned by his elder brother. He also bought two vacant plots with his retirement funds. My uncle, his elder brother, didn’t contribute anything towards any of these properties, not even a small amount. My father doesn’t receive any pension, only a lump sum amount upon retirement. My uncle, however, continues to receive a pension.
I have a few questions:
1. Does my uncle have a legal right to a share in all the properties my father has acquired?
2. As my father used his retirement funds to build the house on my uncle’s land, how much of the property should he give to my uncle?
3. What are the relevant laws in this situation? I would really appreciate some advice.
Best Answer
Apni Law Staff answered 2 years ago
Your uncle likely has no legal right to a share in the properties your father acquired using his own funds. The house built on your uncle’s land is a different matter, and its division might depend on the specific terms of the agreement between your father and uncle. You should consult a lawyer to clarify your specific situation and advise you on the applicable laws, such as the Indian Succession Act and the Transfer of Property Act.
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