Prior Consent Of State Under Rajasthan Colonization Act Which Ceased In 1991, Not Mandatory For Sale Deed Executed In 2003: Rajasthan HC

The Rajasthan High Court ruled that the sale of land under the Rajasthan Colonization Act requires prior permission from the state government. The court emphasized that any sale without such permission is illegal and void. This decision came in a case where the petitioner challenged the sale of land without obtaining the necessary approval. The court’s ruling reinforces the legal requirement for state authorization in land transactions under the Colonization Act, ensuring that land sales comply with regulatory frameworks. This decision aims to prevent unauthorized land transactions and uphold the rule of law in property dealings.