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Which of the following sections deals with the duty of individuals suffering from dangerous diseases?
Which of the following sections deals with the duty of individuals suffering from dangerous diseases?
Which section outlines the duties of police regarding an unclaimed corpse?
Which section outlines the duties of police regarding an unclaimed corpse?
Which section addresses the power to require the closure of burning and burial grounds?
Which section addresses the power to require the closure of burning and burial grounds?
Which section concerns the registration of places for the disposal of the dead?
Which section concerns the registration of places for the disposal of the dead?
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Which section deals with the prohibition of burials within places of worship?
Which section deals with the prohibition of burials within places of worship?
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Which section governs the provisions for and registration of new places for the disposal of the dead?
Which section governs the provisions for and registration of new places for the disposal of the dead?
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Which section talks about the power of the Board of Councillors to define and alter the limits of a slum?
Which section talks about the power of the Board of Councillors to define and alter the limits of a slum?
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What section specifies the power to prepare improvement schemes?
What section specifies the power to prepare improvement schemes?
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Which section outlines the procedure for issuing a notice to owners and occupiers regarding improvement schemes?
Which section outlines the procedure for issuing a notice to owners and occupiers regarding improvement schemes?
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What section talks about the lay-out plan for the construction of huts or structures in a slum?
What section talks about the lay-out plan for the construction of huts or structures in a slum?
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What is required before constructing a well or tank?
What is required before constructing a well or tank?
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Which activity is prohibited in relation to public water courses?
Which activity is prohibited in relation to public water courses?
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What action is required regarding unsanitary private tanks used for drinking?
What action is required regarding unsanitary private tanks used for drinking?
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What power does the Executive Officer have regarding dangerous structures?
What power does the Executive Officer have regarding dangerous structures?
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What must be obtained before using places for specific purposes?
What must be obtained before using places for specific purposes?
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What is the limit for workers to be employed in certain establishments?
What is the limit for workers to be employed in certain establishments?
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What happens if permission is not received within sixty days?
What happens if permission is not received within sixty days?
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What is the municipality's duty regarding public wells or stagnant water?
What is the municipality's duty regarding public wells or stagnant water?
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What is required for the establishment of factories using steam power?
What is required for the establishment of factories using steam power?
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Which animal-related activity is regulated by the local government?
Which animal-related activity is regulated by the local government?
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What must Councillors take an oath of allegiance to?
What must Councillors take an oath of allegiance to?
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Which of the following is a function of the Municipality?
Which of the following is a function of the Municipality?
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What is required for a meeting of the Board of Councillors to be valid?
What is required for a meeting of the Board of Councillors to be valid?
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Who must take an oath of secrecy?
Who must take an oath of secrecy?
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What does the Municipality have the power to transfer?
What does the Municipality have the power to transfer?
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What governs the remuneration and allowances of officers and employees in the Municipality?
What governs the remuneration and allowances of officers and employees in the Municipality?
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What establishes the cadre of common municipal service?
What establishes the cadre of common municipal service?
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What is a necessary function of the Board of Councillors?
What is a necessary function of the Board of Councillors?
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What can the State Government do regarding disqualifications of Councillors?
What can the State Government do regarding disqualifications of Councillors?
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What is required in the record of proceedings held by the Board of Councillors?
What is required in the record of proceedings held by the Board of Councillors?
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In which chapter would you find information regarding the construction of water works?
In which chapter would you find information regarding the construction of water works?
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Who has the power to permit connections to houses and lands for water supply?
Who has the power to permit connections to houses and lands for water supply?
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Which of the following actions is prohibited without permission?
Which of the following actions is prohibited without permission?
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What is the responsibility of the owner of a property regarding the water supply connection?
What is the responsibility of the owner of a property regarding the water supply connection?
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What specific purpose is mentioned for which wells, tanks, etc. may be set apart by the Municipality?
What specific purpose is mentioned for which wells, tanks, etc. may be set apart by the Municipality?
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Under what circumstances can the State Government take control over water works?
Under what circumstances can the State Government take control over water works?
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What does "writing off irrecoverable dues" refer to?
What does "writing off irrecoverable dues" refer to?
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Which department is responsible for the overall provision of drainage and sewerage?
Which department is responsible for the overall provision of drainage and sewerage?
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What is the role of the Board of Councillors in relation to drainage?
What is the role of the Board of Councillors in relation to drainage?
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What is the purpose of the provision for "treatment and disposal of sewage"?
What is the purpose of the provision for "treatment and disposal of sewage"?
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What is the maximum duration for which a Municipality can continue after its first meeting following a general election?
What is the maximum duration for which a Municipality can continue after its first meeting following a general election?
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In the event of a Municipality's dissolution, what is the condition regarding elections?
In the event of a Municipality's dissolution, what is the condition regarding elections?
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Which of the following statements about the Municipality's power is correct?
Which of the following statements about the Municipality's power is correct?
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How is a Municipality constituted?
How is a Municipality constituted?
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What happens to the local authority before a newly constituted Municipal area is established?
What happens to the local authority before a newly constituted Municipal area is established?
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What is a key requirement stated for the executive actions of the Municipality?
What is a key requirement stated for the executive actions of the Municipality?
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Which notification discusses the amendment related to the Municipality's constitution?
Which notification discusses the amendment related to the Municipality's constitution?
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What is the status of a Municipality once it is constituted following a dissolution?
What is the status of a Municipality once it is constituted following a dissolution?
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What is the primary purpose of the Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007?
What is the primary purpose of the Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007?
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Which areas are excluded from the extension of the Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007?
Which areas are excluded from the extension of the Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007?
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Which constitutional amendment does the Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007 aim to comply with?
Which constitutional amendment does the Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007 aim to comply with?
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What characteristic is NOT mentioned as a goal of the municipalities under the Mizoram Municipalities Act?
What characteristic is NOT mentioned as a goal of the municipalities under the Mizoram Municipalities Act?
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How does the Mizoram Municipalities Act aim to impact local government?
How does the Mizoram Municipalities Act aim to impact local government?
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Which chapter of the Mizoram Municipalities Act outlines preliminary provisions?
Which chapter of the Mizoram Municipalities Act outlines preliminary provisions?
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What does the Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007 enable municipalities to achieve?
What does the Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007 enable municipalities to achieve?
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In which year was the Mizoram Municipalities Act enacted?
In which year was the Mizoram Municipalities Act enacted?
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Flashcards
Prohibition of unauthorized construction
Prohibition of unauthorized construction
Construction of wells or tanks requires permission from the Executive Officer.
Cleansing unsanitary tanks
Cleansing unsanitary tanks
It is a duty to clean private tanks that are unsanitary and used for drinking.
Municipal duty for public wells
Municipal duty for public wells
Municipalities must maintain public wells or stagnant water receptacles.
Animal washing regulations
Animal washing regulations
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Removal of filth and vegetation
Removal of filth and vegetation
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Feeding animals regulation
Feeding animals regulation
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Animal nuisance laws
Animal nuisance laws
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Destruction of stray animals
Destruction of stray animals
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Licensing for animal shelters
Licensing for animal shelters
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Approval for industrial licencing
Approval for industrial licencing
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Vital Statistics
Vital Statistics
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Registration of Births
Registration of Births
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Cause of Death Certification
Cause of Death Certification
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Disposal of the Dead
Disposal of the Dead
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Sextons' Duties
Sextons' Duties
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Urban Renewal
Urban Renewal
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Places for Disposal of the Dead
Places for Disposal of the Dead
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Power to Close Burial Grounds
Power to Close Burial Grounds
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Unclaimed Corpses
Unclaimed Corpses
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New Places for Disposal
New Places for Disposal
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Fresh Election
Fresh Election
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Oath of Allegiance
Oath of Allegiance
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Quorum
Quorum
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Functions of Municipality
Functions of Municipality
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Discretionary Functions
Discretionary Functions
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Municipal Establishments
Municipal Establishments
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Municipal Service Selection Board
Municipal Service Selection Board
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Salaries and Allowances
Salaries and Allowances
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Transfer of Functions
Transfer of Functions
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Essential Service Declaration
Essential Service Declaration
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Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007
Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007
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Purpose of the Act
Purpose of the Act
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Extent of the Act
Extent of the Act
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Seventy-fourth Amendment
Seventy-fourth Amendment
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Local Self Government
Local Self Government
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Functions of Municipalities
Functions of Municipalities
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Economic and Social Justice
Economic and Social Justice
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Commencement of the Act
Commencement of the Act
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Municipality
Municipality
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Councillors
Councillors
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Municipal election timeline
Municipal election timeline
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Dissolution of Municipality
Dissolution of Municipality
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Executive actions
Executive actions
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Perpetual succession
Perpetual succession
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Common seal
Common seal
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Jurisdiction
Jurisdiction
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Municipality Water Supply
Municipality Water Supply
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Public Tanks Vesting
Public Tanks Vesting
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Water Works Construction
Water Works Construction
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Connections to Houses
Connections to Houses
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Water Supply Regulations
Water Supply Regulations
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Water Wastage Prohibition
Water Wastage Prohibition
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Water Supply Cut-off
Water Supply Cut-off
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Well Digging Permissions
Well Digging Permissions
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Drainage Management
Drainage Management
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Sewage Treatment Provision
Sewage Treatment Provision
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Study Notes
The Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007 (As Amended in 2015)
- The Aizawl Municipal Council was upgraded to a Corporation on October 15th, 2015, by amendment of the Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007.
- This publication encompasses all amendments to the Act up to October 2015, to assist Councillors and officials of the Aizawl Municipal Corporation.
- Any errors or omissions are unintentional and are to be excused.
- The Act is published by the Aizawl Municipal Corporation.
Chapter 1: Preliminary
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Short title, extent and commencement: The Act is titled the Mizoram Municipalities Act, 2007, and applies to the entire state of Mizoram, excluding areas designated as Panchayats or Village Councils under existing laws.
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Definitions: Key terms are defined, including:
- "annual valuation"
- "Assembly Constituency"
- "bakery or baking house"
- "budget grant"
Chapter II: Constitution of Municipalities
- Declaration of intention to constitute a municipal area: The Governor declares areas for municipality establishment.
- Publication of declaration: The declaration is published in the official gazette and prominent local newspapers.
- Consideration of objections: Residents can submit objections within one month of the publication.
Chapter III: Municipal Authorities
- Municipal authorities: The Act details the roles of the Board of Councillors, the Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer, within the Municipality.
- Constitution of the Municipality: The Board of Councillors forms the Municipality, along with the Chairman. A specified number of elected members (based on the ward/division) and state representatives make up the board.
Chapter IV: Election of Councillor
- Holding of general election: The process for general elections of Councillors is detailed.
- Electoral roll of a municipal ward: This section details the process for defining an electoral roll.
- Condition for registration as a voter: The rules for voter registration.
- etc. ... (Many other sections covering election processes)
Chapter V: Meeting of Board of Councillors
- etc. ... (Many sections covering meeting procedures)
Chapter VI: Powers and Function of Municipality
- Functions of Municipality: A list of functions provided by the Municipality.
- Discretionary functions of the Municipality: Powers that can be carried out at the Municipality's discretion based on need, and satisfaction.
- etc. ... (Further details on the powers and functions of the Municipality)
Chapter VII: Municipal Establishment
- Municipal establishments: The different types of establishment within a Municipality.
- Cadre of Common Municipal Service: Details of personnel to oversee service uniformity across municipalities.
- etc. ... (Further details of personnel)
Chapter VIII: Municipal Fund
- Municipal Fund: Establishment of a fund to be known as the Municipal Fund.
- etc. ... (Many further sections on use and management of the fund)
Chapter IX: Municipal Property
- Power to acquire and hold property: The municipality's authority to acquire property.
- Vesting of property: Details of what property vests in the Municipality.
- Acquisition of property: The different ways a municipality can acquire property.
Chapter X: Budgets, Accounts and Audit
- Annual Budget Estimates of a Municipality: The procedures and requirements for creating and presenting budgets.
- Power to alter budget grants: The ability of the board to modify budget allocations.
- etc. ... (Further details relating to budgets)
Chapter XI: Public Streets, Public Places and Private Streets
- Vesting of public streets, parking terminals, squares, parks and gardens in the Municipality: Details of what property is vested in the municipality.
- etc. ... (Further details of the responsibilities towards public streets and places.)
Chapter XII: Buildings
- etc. ... (Further detailed sections on building requirements, permissions, and regulations)
Chapter XIII: Public Conservancy and Private Conservancy
- etc. ... (Further detailed sections on sewage, rubbish, and other public health issues)
Chapter XIV: Nuisance
- etc. ... (Further sections describing standards of cleanliness and the related penalties for negligence)
Chapter XV: Licenses and Fees
- etc. ... (Further detailed sections on licenses and associated fees).
Chapter XVI: Municipal Taxation
- etc. ... (Further detailed sections of taxation)
Chapter XVII: Water-Supply
- etc. ... (Further detailed sections regarding the provision of water and related matters)
Chapter XVIII: Drainage and Sewerage
- etc. ... (Further detailed sections pertaining to the drainage system and associated matters)
Chapter XIX: Restraint of Infection
- etc. ... (Further detailed sections dealing with the prevention of diseases)
Chapter XX: Vital Statistics
- etc. ... (Further detailed sections regarding the registration of births and deaths)
Chapter XXI: Disposal of the Dead
- etc. ... (Further detailed sections regarding the disposal of dead bodies and places for such purposes.)
Chapter XXII: Urban Renewal and Regional Development
- etc. ... (Further detailed sections regarding the planning of urban development areas as a whole.)
Chapter XXIII: State Election Commission and State Finance Commission
- etc. ... (Detailed sections on the respective commissions)
Chapter XXIV: Miscellaneous
- etc. ... (Further detailed sections covering all other matters which may not fall under specific categories.)
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Test your knowledge on various sections of municipal law related to public health, burials, and urban improvement. This quiz covers duties of individuals and authorities in dealing with dangerous diseases, the management of corpses, and improvement schemes within slum areas. Enhance your understanding of legal responsibilities in urban environments.