Buying and ownership of land by women

[User_57c30eb7]

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January 28, 2025 at 6:24 am

I am in the process of buying a plot near my workplace. Today, at the SDM office, I was asked to submit my marriage certificate as well. As far as I know, none of my male colleagues have submitted their marriage certificate for buying land. Is it the same in other states as well or is it just my double standard maintaining state that boasts of equity and equality and treats me like a second class citizen? I’m furious. My husband thinks that I’m overreacting.

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[Braveavani9174]

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January 28, 2025 at 6:44 am

I’m hearing for the first time that a marriage certificate is needed to buy property. Which state are you from?

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[User_57c30eb7]

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January 28, 2025 at 8:45 am

Sikkim

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[User_7d490e94]

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January 28, 2025 at 9:06 am

Well, in Sikkim, a woman typically needs to provide a marriage certificate when buying land if she is married to a non-Sikkimese man, as the state has strict regulations regarding land ownership for Sikkimese women married to outsiders.

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[Braveavani9174]

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January 28, 2025 at 9:13 am

Sikkim has laws to protect the rights of its indigenous population. Under Article 371F of the Indian Constitution, the state has special provisions to preserve the identity, land rights, and culture of its people. Non-indigenous individuals, including those who marry into the community, are restricted from owning certain types of land, which is why they are asking for your marriage certificate. This helps authorities verify whether you qualify to purchase land under the state’s regulations. It also prevents unauthorized transactions and ensures land ownership remains within the local community.

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[Wiseunnati684]

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January 28, 2025 at 6:54 am

Marriage certificate should be replaceable with Father id ig

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[Megamaster2414]

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January 28, 2025 at 7:27 am

Land is a state subject. Process varies state by state.

So, which state?

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[User_57c30eb7]

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January 28, 2025 at 8:42 am

Sikkim

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[Megamaster2414]

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January 28, 2025 at 10:10 am

Sikkim may have some unique requirements because of its special status / restrictions about land ownership by non residents.

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[Braveseeker242]

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January 28, 2025 at 8:11 am

Which city?

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[User_1ef550cc]

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January 28, 2025 at 8:42 am

You’re not overreacting for starters. If this is the case, this should get media attention.

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[User_57c30eb7]

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January 28, 2025 at 8:44 am

In our state, if we marry people from other states, there are a lot of complications. Thankfully I was unmarried before I landed a govt. job or else that would be a hassle.

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