Meaning of MUKTHIYAR

MUKTHIYAR

Language - Tamil

Tamil Word - முக்தியார்

Proprietary right in perpetuity or continuation, referring to the permanent and inheritable ownership of property or land. Example: The temple held 'mukthiyar' rights to the surrounding lands, ensuring its ownership and control over them indefinitely. This term emphasizes the concept of absolute and perpetual ownership, often granted to religious institutions or individuals in historical Tamil Nadu. It highlights the long-term security and stability of land ownership under this system.