Section 117 of The Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act, 1960
If any landowner recovers from a tenant rent in excess of the amount due under this Act, he shall forthwith refund the excess amount so recovered and shall also be liable to punishment as provided in this Act.
Summary
- Obligates any landowner who collects rent exceeding the legal limit to immediately return the excess amount to the tenant.
- Uses the strict word "forthwith" to command that this refund must be processed without any delay.
- Subjects the violating landowner to legal penalties and punishment as outlined under other parts of the land reforms law.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What must a landowner do if they collect too much rent under Section 117 of the Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act, 1960?
Under Section 117 of the Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act, 1960, the landowner must immediately (forthwith) refund the entire excess amount to the tenant.
2. Is a landowner who recovers excess rent subject to penalties under Section 117 of the Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act, 1960?
Yes, under Section 117 of the Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act, 1960, besides refunding the excess money, the landowner is also liable to face punishment as provided under the Act.
3. Does Section 117 of the Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act, 1960 apply if the excess payment was an honest mistake by the landowner?
Yes, the law does not exempt mistakes. Under Section 117 of the Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act, 1960, any excess rent recovered must be refunded immediately, regardless of whether it was collected intentionally or by accident.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 117 of The Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act, 1960, how quickly must a landowner refund any excess rent recovered?
Q2.Besides refunding the excess rent, what other consequence does a landowner face under Section 117 of The Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act, 1960?
Q3.Under Section 117 of The Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act, 1960, "excess rent" is defined as rent recovered beyond:
Q4.Suppose a landowner collects rent exceeding the reasonable rent previously fixed by the competent authority under Section 114. What is the legal result under Section 117 of The Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act, 1960?