Josmon Thomas v. State of Kerala
Case brief
What is this about?
The Court allowed multiple writ petitions by landowners whose possession rights over land are under an ongoing enquiry regarding the genuineness of their patta. The judgment orders payment of land tax, issuance of certificates, and a stay on alienation.
What did the court decide?
Order that land tax shall be accepted; revenue certificates (possession certificate, location sketch) to be issued; petitioners directed not to transfer, alienate or encumber property pending enquiry.