Plot purchase from SC ST

Dear Sir,
If it is not granted land to them then you can purchase. However check local laws and local circulars.

Dear Client,
Section 42 of the SC, ST Act, 1989 prohibits the sale of SC land without approval. This law was enacted to protect the interests of the SC/ST tribe. However, you can acquire SC/ST land by obtaining permission from the DM or the collector. When you are from the general caste, you would have to go through a lengthy procedure to obtain SC/ST land. A tribal(SC/ST) can purchase land from a non-tribal person but he/she can not sell the property to a non-tribal person. The Hon'ble Supreme Court rules that land belonging to the SC/ST class can't be purchased by non-SC/ST( General Class/OBC class including companies, society, and corporations). It's unconstitutional and illegal. The ruling by the Supreme Court in this regard is only for the government-granted land and not for the land bought by persons belonging to the SC/ST community on their own hence there should not be any problem to purchase if that is confirmed. However, you should consult with a local Advocate or visit the office of the DM/Collector concerned for more clarification in this regard before confirming the deal.

Dear Client,

Purchasing agricultural land or even a small plot from SC/ST individuals requires careful consideration, as there are specific legal restrictions to protect SC/ST landowners from losing their lands without proper oversight.

Under Section 157-A of the Uttar Pradesh Zamindari Abolition and Land Reforms Act, 1950, land belonging to SC/ST communities cannot be transferred to individuals from the general category without permission from the District Magistrate or other competent authority. This restriction applies even if the plot is small, as it aims to protect the land ownership rights of marginalized communities.

For you to purchase a plot of 209-300 square meters in Noida from an SC/ST landowner, you would need to:

Apply to the District Magistrate for permission. Approval is granted in exceptional cases where a genuine need is demonstrated, or if the land is no longer used for agriculture and is deemed transferable under certain conditions.

Confirm if the land is officially designated for residential or non-agricultural use, as different regulations apply if it's classified as residential. In some cases, land conversion may allow easier transfer, but this also requires approval from local authorities.

Consulting an advocate can ensure compliance with the legal process and prevent future disputes.


Regards