Section 27 of The Manipur (Hill Areas) District Councils Act, 1971 in hindi — Liability of members
Bare section text
Official Legislative Text
Every person shall be liable for the loss, waste or misappropriation of any money or other property belonging to a District Council, if such loss, waste or misappropriation is a direct consequence of his neglect or misconduct while a member of the District Council and a suit for compensation may be instituted against him by the Council with the previous sanction of the Deputy Commissioner or by the Deputy Commissioner with the previous sanction of the Administrator.
Educational Study Layer
Summary
- Members are personally responsible if the District Council loses money or property.
- This responsibility only applies if the loss was directly caused by the member's neglect or misconduct.
- To get the money back, the District Council can file a lawsuit for compensation against the responsible member.
- Before the Council can sue a member, it must get prior permission from the Deputy Commissioner.
- Alternatively, the Deputy Commissioner can sue the member directly, but only after getting prior permission from the Administrator.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Can a member be sued just because council property is lost during their term?
No, they can only be held liable if the loss was a direct consequence of their neglect or misconduct.
2. Who can file a lawsuit against a member for losing council money?
Either the District Council or the Deputy Commissioner can file a suit.
3. Does the Council need anyone's permission to sue a bad member?
Yes, the Council needs previous sanction from the Deputy Commissioner.
Practice Quiz
Q1.Under Section 27 of The Manipur (Hill Areas) District Councils Act, 1971, what condition must be met before the District Council can file a suit against a member for wasting council property?
Q2.Under Section 27 of The Manipur (Hill Areas) District Councils Act, 1971, when is a member personally liable for the loss of council money?
Q3.Under Section 27 of The Manipur (Hill Areas) District Councils Act, 1971, if the Deputy Commissioner decides to directly institute a suit against a member for misappropriating funds, whose prior approval is required?
Q4.Under Section 27 of The Manipur (Hill Areas) District Councils Act, 1971, what specific legal action is authorized against a member who neglects their duties and causes financial loss to the Council?