Jamabandi is made to serve as an official Record of Rights (RoR) for land in a specific revenue estate. It plays a vital role in the administration and management of land, ensuring transparency, legal accountability, and efficient governance in the revenue system. The reasons for creating and maintaining a Jamabandi are as follows:

1. Documenting Land Ownership

• The primary purpose of the Jamabandi is to establish and document the ownership of land. It specifies who owns which parcel of land in a revenue estate.
• This helps in avoiding disputes regarding ownership and provides a clear legal framework for resolving such conflicts.

2. Revenue Collection

• It forms the basis for assessing and collecting land revenue and taxes from landowners.
• The document specifies the amount of revenue payable for each plot of land, ensuring a streamlined collection process.

3. Land Management

• Jamabandi records the cultivation status, including details about who is using the land (owner, tenant, or leaseholder) and the purpose (e.g., agricultural, residential).
• This information helps the government monitor and regulate land use.

4. Legal Evidence

• Jamabandi serves as legal proof of ownership or tenancy in courts and administrative processes.
• It is crucial for landowners when selling, mortgaging, or transferring land.

5. Mutation and Updates

• Changes in land ownership due to inheritance, sale, or other transfers are updated in the Jamabandi through the mutation (intiqal) process.
• This ensures the record reflects the most up-to-date ownership information.

6. Facilitating Development and Planning

• Accurate Jamabandi records are essential for government planning and development projects, such as infrastructure development, land acquisition, and public welfare schemes.

7. Conflict Resolution

• Land disputes are common, and Jamabandi serves as a key document for resolving disputes related to boundaries, ownership, or cultivation rights in the revenue court and others.

8. Regular Updates for Transparency

• In Pakistan, Jamabandi is typically revised every four years during the settlement process to ensure accuracy and transparency in the records.