Context:
All villages of Haryana have been made Lal Dora-free. The state government launched a scheme to make villages “Lal Dora-free” on Good Governance Day on 25th December 2019.
Relevance:
Facts for Prelims
Lal Dora-Free Scheme in Haryana
Overview:
- Launch Date: December 25, 2019, on Good Governance Day.
- Objective: To establish clear ownership of property in rural areas by mapping land parcels and issuing legal ownership cards.
Key Features:
- Mapping and Documentation: Utilizes drone technology for accurate mapping of land parcels in villages.
- Record of Rights: Provides a legal document called the ‘Record of Rights’ to village household owners, formalizing ownership.
- Field Verification: Extensive field verification was conducted to inspect properties falling under ‘Lal Dora’ (a term used for land in villages that traditionally lacked formal documentation).
Historical Context:
- Lal Dora Land: Historically, areas designated as ‘Lal Dora’ in Punjab and Haryana, and ‘abadi’ in other regions, were excluded from formal surveys and lacked documented land rights.
- Land Ownership Issues: Many Indian village communities relied on actual possession rather than formal documentation, making it difficult for property owners to use their land as collateral for loans.
Significance:
- Enhanced Property Rights: The scheme addresses the long-standing issue of undocumented land ownership, providing rural property owners with legal recognition of their rights.
- Financial Accessibility: With formal ownership documents, rural property owners can now use their properties as financial assets, improving access to banking services and loans.
Impact:
- Legal Clarity: The scheme aims to enhance the clarity and security of property ownership in rural Haryana, promoting better governance and economic opportunities for rural residents.
-Source: The Hindu
