Parents who "sell" property to a favoured child without real consideration — typically to favour them over the others — fall under "muris muvazaası".

Indicia

No actual price paid, the testator's continued use of the asset, family relationship with the "buyer", unusually low price. All considered.

Legal effect

The sham contract is void. The asset returns to the estate. Disadvantaged heirs can claim their reserved or legal share.

Time limit

Unlike the reduction suit, this suit has NO time limit. It can be brought decades after the death.

Evidence

All forms admissible — witnesses, messages, bank transfers, the testator's post-sale conduct. The more objective evidence, the higher the chances.

Difference from reduction

Reduction: valid dispositions reduced for reserved heirs. Muris muvazaası: void sham dispositions, void from the start.