Section 25 of The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 in hindi
Period within which an award shall be made.
The Collector shall make an award within a period of twelve months from the date of publication of the declaration under section 19 and if no award is made within that period, the entire proceedings for the acquisition of the land shall lapse: Provided that the appropriate Government shall have the power to extend the period of twelve months if in its opinion, circumstances exist justifying the same: Provided further that any such decision to extend the period shall be recorded in writing and the same shall be notified and be uploaded on the website of the authority concerned.
Summary
- If the Collector fails to make the award within this year, the entire land acquisition process becomes void (lapses).
- Any decision to extend the time must be recorded in writing and notified to the public.
- The extension decision must also be uploaded to the official website of the authority.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Can the 12-month limit be extended under Section 25 of the Land Acquisition Act 2013?
Yes, Section 25 of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013, allows the government to extend the period if they believe circumstances justify it, provided the reasons are recorded and published.
2. Where can I see if the government extended the time limit under Section 25 of the Land Acquisition Act 2013?
Any decision to extend the period under Section 25 of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013, must be notified and uploaded on the website of the concerned authority.
Test yourself
1.Under Section 25 of The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013, when does the 12-month period for making an award begin?
2.What is the consequence of missing the deadline under Section 25 of The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013?
3.Under Section 25 of The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013, who has the power to extend the 12-month period?
4.If an extension is granted under Section 25 of The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013, what must be done to make it valid?