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Section 157 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881 in hindi

When any land has been let in farm under the provisions of this Act, any revenue due from the farmer in respect of such land may be recovered from him or his surety as an arrear of revenue payable directly to Government

Summary

This section allows the government to forcefully collect unpaid money from people who have leased farmland from the state.
It applies specifically when land has been let in farm under the provisions of the Act.
The government can target either the farmer or the person who guaranteed the farmer's payments, who is known as the surety.
The unpaid balances are treated and collected exactly like an arrear of revenue payable directly to the government.

Practical examples

1In 1885, Mr. Singh leases a large farm from the government. He fails to pay his annual lease amount of 500 rupees. The government can use its strong tax collection powers to recover those 500 rupees directly from him.

2Mr. Patel signs as a guarantor for his brother's government farm lease. When his brother runs away without paying the 100 rupee lease balance, the government can legally demand the money from Mr. Patel just as if he owed direct land taxes.

FAQ

1. Can the government collect debts from a farmer's guarantor under Section 157 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881?

Yes, Section 157 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881, allows the recovery of revenue due from a farmer directly from their surety.

2. How does the government classify the unpaid farm leases under Section 157 of the land law?

Under Section 157 of the land law, any revenue due from the farmer is recovered as an arrear of revenue payable directly to the Government.

3. Does Section 157 of the 1881 Act apply to private rental agreements between two ordinary citizens?

No, Section 157 of the 1881 Act only applies when land has been let in farm under the specific provisions of this government Act.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 157 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881, how are balances due by farmers recovered?

Q2.From whom can the government recover the unpaid revenue under Section 157 of the 1881 Land-Revenue Act?

Q3.What specific condition must be met for Section 157 of the Central Provinces property law to apply?

Q4.If a farmer defaults on a government lease under Section 157 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881, what is the role of the surety?

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