Author: Inder Jain

Introduction: Allahabad High Court Restrains Commercial Use of Educational Institutions It is common knowledge that educational institutions often carry out…

Supreme Court Clarifies Works Contract Taxation in Aristo Printers Case Introduction In a pivotal decision that resolves long-standing ambiguities in…

Supreme Court of India Judgment on Input Tax Credit Rights The Supreme Court of India, in Commissioner, Trade & Tax,…

Pendency of Appeal Does Not Automatically Stay Execution of a Decree The courts have unequivocally declared that mere pendency of…

Soumya Bhattacharya v/s Sudhir Kumar Thakur & Ors. — Readability Version Introduction In a significant ruling emphasizing the consumer-friendly ethos…

Introduction The legal principle that no appeal lies against the rejection of a review petition stands as a cornerstone of…

SARFAESI Act — Section 14 Possession after Sale (Vijay Prakash Bohra) Introduction The Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and…

Agricultural Land Exemption — Section 31(i) SARFAESI Act From the plain reading of Section 31(i) of SARFAESI Act, it transpires…

Post-Auction Settlements by Banks — Questions and Case Law It is very common knowledge that the Banks & Financial Corporations…

In the context of India’s rapidly evolving socio-economic landscape, characterized by shifting family structures and escalating property values, the need for robust mechanisms to facilitate seamless asset succession has become imperative. This article examines the legal merits of mandating the registration of wills under the Indian Registration Act, 1908. Drawing on judicial precedents, empirical data on litigation, and comparative insights, it argues that compulsory registration would bolster the evidentiary value of wills, mitigate family disputes, expedite probate processes, and safeguard against fraud. While acknowledging potential implementation challenges, the article posits that such a reform aligns with principles of legal certainty and public policy, ultimately promoting judicial efficiency and societal harmony along with substantial reduction of judicial pendencies in Court.