The Punjab Limitation (Custom) Act, 1920

The Punjab Limitation (Custom) Act, 1920

The Punjab Limitation (Custom) Act of 1920 regulates the strict time limits for filing lawsuits to challenge the transfer of ancestral property or the appointment of customary heirs in the Punjab region. It applies to individuals governed by local customs who wish to contest these transactions, such as a family member selling ancestral land without permission. This law matters because it establishes hard deadlines, generally between three and six years, after which legal challenges are barred. By setting clear timeframes, the Act prevents delayed family disputes and ensures long-term stability and security in property ownership.

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