Family courts cannot decide validity of adoption deeds: Punjab and Haryana High Court

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has ruled that Family Courts cannot decide the validity of adoption deeds. This clarifies the jurisdictional limits of Family Courts, emphasizing that their primary role is to deal with matrimonial and family disputes as defined by law. Matters concerning the legal validity of adoption documents, which often involve property rights and legal inheritance, fall outside their purview and likely require adjudication by civil courts with broader jurisdiction to ensure proper legal examination. This decision helps streamline judicial processes by demarcating the specific areas of expertise for different court types.