Section 40 of The Assam Municipal (Amendment) Act, 2004 — In the principal Act, in section 137, in sub-section (1), for the words "one hundred rupees", the words "five hundred rupees" shall be substituted
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Official Legislative Text
Amendment of section 138 Amendment of section 138 40. In the principal Act, in section 138, in sub-section (1), for the words "five hundred rupees" and " fifty rupees", the words "five thousand rupees" and "five hundred rupees" shall respectively be substituted.
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Summary
- It substitutes the penalty of "one hundred rupees" with "five hundred rupees" for any person who contravenes the municipal rules.
- The penalty applies to offenses such as allowing filth or sewage to flow on public roads, improper disposal of waste, or failing to clean private drains.
- It strengthens local enforcement by raising the financial cost of violating basic municipal hygiene and safety rules.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What kinds of violations are covered by the penalty in Section 40 of this Act?
It covers minor municipal offenses under the Act, such as neglecting private sewage systems, dumping waste on public roads, and failing to maintain sanitation.
2. How much has the fine increased under Section 40 of this Act?
The fine has increased five-fold, going from a maximum of one hundred rupees to five hundred rupees under Section 40 of this Act.
Practice Quiz
Q1.What is the substituted fine amount in Section 137, sub-section (1) of the principal Act under Section 40 of this Act?
Q2.Prior to the amendment by Section 40 of this Act, what was the fine under Section 137(1) of the principal Act?
Q3.If a citizen allows foul water from their bathroom to drain onto a public street, what is the maximum fine they can face under Section 40 of this Act?
Q4.Under Section 40 of this Act, the fine under Section 137(1) was increased from one hundred rupees to five hundred rupees. What is the ratio of this increase?