A partition deed is a legal document that divides jointlyowned property among shareholders, allowing them to own and manage their portions independently. The partition of India in 1947 was the division of British India into two independent dominion states, the Union of India and Dominion of Pakistan.Know about: Laws governing Partition Suits; Who is eligible for filing a Partition Suit; Documents required to file a Partition Suit. A partition deed ensures a clear and legally binding division of properties or assets among coowners. A family property partition deed is usually made when all the heirs of the property have a mutual agreement and consensus.