Revenue records are crucial in resolving land disputes as they serve as official documentation of land ownership, boundaries, and related rights. They provide a verifiable basis for determining rightful ownership and can be used as evidence in legal proceedings related to land.

Land revenue authorities are the administrative officers and bodies responsible for maintaining land records, collecting land revenue, and resolving basic land-related disputes at the preliminary level. They play a vital role before cases escalate to courts.

Revenue records form the backbone of land administration and dispute resolution by:
1:-Acting as the official and legally recognized documentation of ownership and boundaries
2:-Providing the basis for administrative adjudication and judicial decisions
3:-Helping parties and authorities verify claims and resolve conflicts efficiently
4:-Supporting government revenue collection and land management policies
5:-Maintaining accurate and up-to-date revenue records is essential to reduce property-related conflicts, ensure legal certainty, and protect landholders’ rights. If disputes arise, these records are the primary source consulted by revenue officials and courts in India.