Under the Registration Act, 1908, registering a will is not mandatory. An unregistered will, if executed and witnessed according to the Indian Succession Act, 1925, is considered legally valid and enforceable. However, registration provides added assurance of authenticity and can help prevent future disputes.

If a will is challenged after the testator's death, it means an interested party (usually a legal heir) believes the will is invalid or should not be followed. This can lead to legal proceedings in court to determine the validity of the will and the distribution of assets.

Probate is the legal process of proving a will in Court and confirming its validity. The purpose of probate is to ensure that the deceased person's assets are distributed according to his wishes, as stated in his Will. Probate laws and requirements may vary from state to state or from country to country.

Filing a false complaint under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 can result in significant penalties. These include imprisonment, which can range from six months to five years, along with a fine. In more severe cases, such as when the false statement leads to conviction for a crime punishable by death or imprisonment for seven years or more, the penalty can be as severe as life imprisonment or even the death penalty.

Under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, beneficiaries must legally belong to a Scheduled Caste or Scheduled Tribe group as specified by constitutional orders (Articles 341/342), and must possess a valid caste or tribe certificate issued by the competent authority. The Act broadly protects only those who fall within the notified SC/ST lists; conversion or migration may affect eligibility unless formally recognized. It specifically covers victims of defined “atrocities” or hate crimes against SC/ST individuals, extending protections like arrest, relief, rehabilitation, and atrocity assistance. Additionally, in some welfare schemes tied to the Act, financial criteria (e.g., annual income thresholds) and particular eligibility conditions—especially for women—may apply.

Any Indian citizen can file an RTI application. The application must be in writing and clearly state the information sought. There's no prescribed format, but it should include the applicant's name and address.

While the Right to Information (RTI) Act empowers citizens to request information from public authorities, there are limitations on what can be sought. The Act primarily focuses on accessing existing information held by the authority, not on creating, interpreting, or solving problems. Certain types of information are also exempt from disclosure under specific sections of the Act.

Under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, "atrocities" encompass a wide range of discriminatory and dehumanizing acts committed against members of Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs). These acts include physical violence, verbal abuse, social discrimination, and property-related crimes.

No, there's no prescribed format for filing an RTI application; it can be written on plain paper. The application should include your name, postal address, and a clear, specific request for the information you need. While a fee is generally required, those below the poverty line are exempt.

The primary law protecting senior citizens in India is the Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007. This act ensures financial security, healthcare access, and property protection for the elderly. It also provides legal recourse against abuse and neglect.
Other key laws and provisions that protect senior citizens include the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), personal laws like the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, and the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act.