Land Records: Khasra & Khatauni — Set 9

Correct Answer: A. Official record listing all tenants, their tenure rights, and rental obligations on a property

The correct answer is Official record listing all tenants, their tenure rights, and rental obligations on a property. Record of Tenant is an official document listing tenant names, duration of tenancy, rental amounts, and rights, protecting tenants from exploitation and landlords from disputes. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Specialized courts handling property disputes, boundary issues, and revenue matters

The correct answer is Specialized courts handling property disputes, boundary issues, and revenue matters. Land courts handle property ownership disputes, boundary conflicts, tenancy disagreements, and revenue-related cases, providing specialized justice for land and property matters. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Land not suitable for cultivation, forests, or habitation without improvement

The correct answer is Land not suitable for cultivation, forests, or habitation without improvement. Waste or barren land refers to uncultivable land not suitable for agriculture, often rocky, sandy, saline, or otherwise unproductive without significant development and reclamation efforts. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Grant of land by rulers to officials, soldiers, or favored persons for services or loyalty

The correct answer is Grant of land by rulers to officials, soldiers, or favored persons for services or loyalty. Land grants were historical practices where rulers gave land to officials, soldiers, or trusted persons as reward or incentive, later formalized in revenue records and property registration. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Rights of passage, water, or drainage through neighbor's land for property use

The correct answer is Rights of passage, water, or drainage through neighbor's land for property use. Easement rights allow owners to pass through neighbor's land, use water resources, or drain through their property, necessary for accessing landlocked properties or essential services. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Technical experts measuring and mapping land parcels, boundaries, and features for records

The correct answer is Technical experts measuring and mapping land parcels, boundaries, and features for records. Surveyors use technical instruments and expertise to measure land boundaries, calculate areas, identify landmarks, and create accurate maps forming the basis for land records. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Annual tax levied on properties for municipal services, infrastructure, and development

The correct answer is Annual tax levied on properties for municipal services, infrastructure, and development. Property tax is levied by municipalities on real estate properties to fund local services like roads, water, sanitation, and infrastructure development, essential for urban governance. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Transfer of land ownership from deceased person to legal heirs as per succession law

The correct answer is Transfer of land ownership from deceased person to legal heirs as per succession law. Land inheritance is the legal process of transferring deceased person's property to their heirs based on succession laws, either through will or intestate succession as per civil law. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Pledge of land as security for loan repayment without transfer of ownership

The correct answer is Pledge of land as security for loan repayment without transfer of ownership. Mortgage allows property owners to pledge their land as collateral for loans while retaining ownership, enabling capital access. The property reverts fully upon loan repayment. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.

Correct Answer: A. Illegal occupation or use of land without owner's permission or legal right

The correct answer is Illegal occupation or use of land without owner's permission or legal right. Land encroachment is illegal appropriation of others' land, violating ownership rights and legal boundaries, subject to legal action and removal through courts and revenue authorities. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.