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General Legal Procedures

How to file an FIR?
Visit your nearest police station or file online through state police websites. Provide details of the incident, date, time, location, and known information about the accused. The police must register the FIR if the information discloses a cognizable offense. [General information only]
What is the procedure for divorce?
Divorce procedures vary based on religion (Hindu Marriage Act, Special Marriage Act, Muslim personal law). Grounds include cruelty, adultery, desertion, etc. A divorce petition must be filed in family court. Timeframes vary depending on facts, applicable law, and court workload. [General information only]
How to file a consumer complaint?
File online via the e-daakhil portal or physically in consumer forum. Jurisdiction: District Forum (up to ₹1 crore), State Commission (₹1 crore to ₹10 crore), National Commission (above ₹10 crore). [General information only]
How to verify property documents?
Check title deed, encumbrance certificate for 30 years, tax receipts, approved building plan, and occupancy certificate. Conduct a search in the sub-registrar's office. [General information only]
What is the limitation period for filing a case?
Generally 3 years under the Limitation Act, 1963, from the date the cause of action arises. Different periods apply for different case types (e.g., 1 year for suit for libel, 12 years for recovery of immovable property). [General information only]

RTI & Public Services

How to file an RTI application?
Write to the Central/State Public Information Officer (CPIO/SPIO) of the concerned department. Include specific questions. Pay ₹10 application fee (exempted for BPL). Response time is 30 days (48 hours for life/liberty matters). [General information only]
What information can be obtained under RTI?
Inspection of government records, taking notes, certified copies, information in electronic form. Exemptions under Section 8 include matters affecting sovereignty, security, or personal information unrelated to public activity. [General information only]
What is the appeal process under RTI?
First appeal to Appellate Authority (within 30-45 days of no response). Second appeal to Central/State Information Commission (within 90 days). [General information only]

Property Law

What documents are required for property registration?
Title deed, sale agreement, previous ownership documents, encumbrance certificate, tax receipts, ID proof, passport size photos, and stamp duty payment receipt. [General information only]
Do daughters have rights in ancestral property?
Yes. The Supreme Court has upheld that daughters are coparceners by birth and have equal rights as sons in ancestral property, even if born before the 2005 amendment. [General information only]

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