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What does 'non-agricultural assessment' refer to?
What does 'non-agricultural assessment' refer to?
- Assessment concerning agricultural use of land
- Assessment of land for residential buildings only
- Assessment limited to commercial enterprises only
- Assessment based on land being used for any non-agricultural purpose (correct)
What is the definition of 'Pardi land'?
What is the definition of 'Pardi land'?
- Land that is primarily for livestock grazing
- Uncultivated land designated for future development
- Land used for communal farming in rural areas
- Cultivated land associated with houses within a village site (correct)
Which term refers to a group of villages within a taluka?
Which term refers to a group of villages within a taluka?
- Survey number
- Urban area
- Village
- Saza (correct)
What does 'sub-division of a survey number' mean?
What does 'sub-division of a survey number' mean?
What does 'superior holder' specifically mean?
What does 'superior holder' specifically mean?
Which area is NOT included in 'urban area'?
Which area is NOT included in 'urban area'?
Which of the following statements about 'wada land' is true?
Which of the following statements about 'wada land' is true?
How is the State divided for revenue purposes according to the definitions provided?
How is the State divided for revenue purposes according to the definitions provided?
What does the term 'alienated' refer to in the context of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?
What does the term 'alienated' refer to in the context of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?
Which chapter of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code deals with the assessment of agricultural land revenue?
Which chapter of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code deals with the assessment of agricultural land revenue?
What is the primary purpose of boundary marks as defined in the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?
What is the primary purpose of boundary marks as defined in the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?
Which chapter addresses special provisions for land revenue in the City of Bombay?
Which chapter addresses special provisions for land revenue in the City of Bombay?
What does the term 'building' refer to in the context of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?
What does the term 'building' refer to in the context of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?
Which chapter covers the procedures and powers of revenue officers?
Which chapter covers the procedures and powers of revenue officers?
What is one of the primary focuses of Chapter IX in the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?
What is one of the primary focuses of Chapter IX in the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?
Which chapter relates specifically to appeals, revisions, and review within the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?
Which chapter relates specifically to appeals, revisions, and review within the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?
Under which condition is prior permission from the Collector not necessary for land use conversion?
Under which condition is prior permission from the Collector not necessary for land use conversion?
What must an occupant do to convert the use of Occupants-Class II land?
What must an occupant do to convert the use of Occupants-Class II land?
What is the function of the Planning Authority when an application is made for land use conversion of Occupants-Class II?
What is the function of the Planning Authority when an application is made for land use conversion of Occupants-Class II?
What is required before the Collector can issue a no objection certificate for land use change?
What is required before the Collector can issue a no objection certificate for land use change?
What fine must a person pay if they fail to inform the village officer and the Tahsildar of a land use change within thirty days?
What fine must a person pay if they fail to inform the village officer and the Tahsildar of a land use change within thirty days?
When must the person who receives permission for land use change inform the village officer and the Tahsildar?
When must the person who receives permission for land use change inform the village officer and the Tahsildar?
What defines the purposes allowed for land use change according to the content provided?
What defines the purposes allowed for land use change according to the content provided?
What is the initial step for an occupant wishing to convert land from its current use as per the guidelines provided?
What is the initial step for an occupant wishing to convert land from its current use as per the guidelines provided?
What is the role of the Planning Authority in relation to land assessment revisions?
What is the role of the Planning Authority in relation to land assessment revisions?
What happens when a Development Plan is revised or modified?
What happens when a Development Plan is revised or modified?
Which document serves as proof of land conversion to non-agricultural use?
Which document serves as proof of land conversion to non-agricultural use?
What occurs once development permission is granted under section 18 of the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966?
What occurs once development permission is granted under section 18 of the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the conversion tax and government dues?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the conversion tax and government dues?
When must the Collector be informed of development permissions granted by the Planning Authority?
When must the Collector be informed of development permissions granted by the Planning Authority?
In what situation is the use of land deemed converted to non-agricultural use?
In what situation is the use of land deemed converted to non-agricultural use?
What must happen if the land is held as Occupant Class-II?
What must happen if the land is held as Occupant Class-II?
What happens if land revenue arrears are not paid by a landholder?
What happens if land revenue arrears are not paid by a landholder?
Under what condition can a holding be partitioned according to the provisions?
Under what condition can a holding be partitioned according to the provisions?
What must occur before a partition is made if a title question is raised?
What must occur before a partition is made if a title question is raised?
What can the Collector do if a landholding is in arrears?
What can the Collector do if a landholding is in arrears?
What is necessary for a portion of land to be assigned as a new survey number?
What is necessary for a portion of land to be assigned as a new survey number?
Which Act must be adhered to when partitioning land holdings?
Which Act must be adhered to when partitioning land holdings?
What happens if part of a holding is used for a non-agricultural purpose?
What happens if part of a holding is used for a non-agricultural purpose?
What rights are affected when an occupancy is forfeited due to arrears?
What rights are affected when an occupancy is forfeited due to arrears?
What determines the non-agricultural assessment of lands?
What determines the non-agricultural assessment of lands?
How are villages in non-urban areas categorized for assessment purposes?
How are villages in non-urban areas categorized for assessment purposes?
Which of the following statements regarding the rates for assessing Class-I lands is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding the rates for assessing Class-I lands is correct?
What criteria must be considered when dividing urban areas for non-agricultural assessment?
What criteria must be considered when dividing urban areas for non-agricultural assessment?
What is the assessment rate for Class-II lands in non-urban areas?
What is the assessment rate for Class-II lands in non-urban areas?
What must the non-agricultural assessment not be less than?
What must the non-agricultural assessment not be less than?
Who is responsible for assessing lands in non-urban areas?
Who is responsible for assessing lands in non-urban areas?
Which factor is NOT included in determining non-agricultural assessments?
Which factor is NOT included in determining non-agricultural assessments?
What is the maximum distance from village/town limits for peripheral area?
What is the maximum distance from village/town limits for peripheral area?
In which zone must the peripheral area land be located?
In which zone must the peripheral area land be located?
Which section determines the conversion tax for peripheral area?
Which section determines the conversion tax for peripheral area?
How can the Collector initiate the conversion process?
How can the Collector initiate the conversion process?
What regulations are applicable to peripheral area land use conversion?
What regulations are applicable to peripheral area land use conversion?
What type of Regional Plan can be used for peripheral area conversion?
What type of Regional Plan can be used for peripheral area conversion?
To what purposes does the deemed conversion apply?
To what purposes does the deemed conversion apply?
Who is responsible for determining the non-agricultural assessment for peripheral area?
Who is responsible for determining the non-agricultural assessment for peripheral area?
What is the nature of conversion in the peripheral area?
What is the nature of conversion in the peripheral area?
Who issues the payment notice for conversion?
Who issues the payment notice for conversion?
Flashcards
Alienated Land
Alienated Land
Transferred from the State Government to the ownership of an individual or entity, generally relating to land ownership rights.
Boundary Mark
Boundary Mark
Any physical marker used to define the boundary of a land division, such as a stone, hedge, or ridge.
Building
Building
Any structure used for purposes other than agricultural activities. This includes houses, shops, and factories.
Revenue Survey
Revenue Survey
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Land Revenue
Land Revenue
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Assessment and Settlement of Land Revenue
Assessment and Settlement of Land Revenue
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Land Records
Land Records
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Maharashtra Revenue Tribunal
Maharashtra Revenue Tribunal
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Non-agricultural assessment
Non-agricultural assessment
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Pardi land
Pardi land
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Saza
Saza
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Sub-division of a survey number
Sub-division of a survey number
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Survey number
Survey number
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Superior holder
Superior holder
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Survey Officer
Survey Officer
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Urban area
Urban area
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Village
Village
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Wada land
Wada land
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Conversion of land use
Conversion of land use
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Development Plan
Development Plan
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Planning Authority
Planning Authority
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Collector
Collector
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Occupants-Class I land
Occupants-Class I land
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Occupants-Class II land
Occupants-Class II land
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Nazarana
Nazarana
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No Objection Certificate (NOC)
No Objection Certificate (NOC)
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Automatic Conversion under Regional Plan
Automatic Conversion under Regional Plan
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Land Use Conversion Process
Land Use Conversion Process
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Proof of Conversion
Proof of Conversion
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Development Permission Notification
Development Permission Notification
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Revised Assessment for Modified Plan
Revised Assessment for Modified Plan
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Revised Assessment for Development Permission
Revised Assessment for Development Permission
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Sub-section for Land Use Conversion
Sub-section for Land Use Conversion
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Final Development Plan and Payment Confirmation
Final Development Plan and Payment Confirmation
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Non-agricultural land
Non-agricultural land
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Non-urban areas
Non-urban areas
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Class-I and Class-II lands
Class-I and Class-II lands
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Determining non-agricultural assessment
Determining non-agricultural assessment
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Study Notes
Maharashtra Land Revenue Code, 1966
- The Maharashtra Land Revenue Code, 1966, is a comprehensive act related to land and land revenue in the state of Maharashtra.
- It encompasses various provisions including definitions, revenue areas, officers, and land use regulations.
Definitions
- Alienated: Means the transfer of rights related to rent or land revenue.
- Boundary mark: Any erection, hedge, or similar object marking land boundaries
- Building: Any structure except a farm building
- Building site: Land for building purposes, including open space.
- Chavadi: A village official's office
- Data Bank: A repository of land-related data from the Collector's Office
- Farm building: A structure for agricultural purposes
- Gaothan/village site: Lands within the region of a village
- Government lessee: Individual holding land using a government lease
- Land records: Records, maps, and plans regarding land
- Non-agricultural assessment: A tax on lands with non-agri purpose
- Pardi land: Land connected to houses, within a village
- Saza: A group of villages
- Sub-division of a survey number: A part of a survey number identified separately
- Survey number: Section of land where assessment and area are separately recorded.
- Urban area: Area under a municipal corporation or council
- Village: Includes villages, towns, and city areas with their respective lands
- Area: The quantity of land
- Assessment: A valuation of the land's worth.
- Commissioner: Chief controlling authority for revenue matters in their division
- Collector: Chief officer for revenue administration in each district
- Tahsildar: Officer for revenue in each taluka
- Survey Officer: State-appointed officers to assist revenue officers
- Gairan Land: Land allotted for village cattle grazing
Division of State into Revenue Areas
- The state is divided into divisions, districts, subdivisions, talukas, and villages.
Chief Controlling Authority
- The Commissioner has the overall authority related to land revenue within the division, reporting to the State Government.
Revenue Officers in Division
- The State Government appoints a commissioner for each division, along with additional and assistant commissioners.
Revenue Officers in Districts
- The State Government appoints a Collector for each district (and the City of Bombay), responsible for revenue administration.
- A Tahsildar is appointed for each taluka.
Survey Officers
- The State Government can appoint officers as deemed necessary to assist the Revenue Officers
Prohibition on Diverting Gairan Land
- The land set apart for village cattle (Gairan land) cannot be diverted except in specific circumstances.
- Certain circumstances allow diversion such as for public use of Central or State Government.
Classes of Persons Holding Land
- The code recognizes three classes of landholders:
- Occupants-Class I: Unrestricted tenure on unalienated land
- Occupants-Class II: Restricted tenure on unallocated land
- Government leases: Land leased by the government
Restrictions on Transfers by Tribals
- Transfers of tribal occupancies are restricted to non tribals.
Uses of Land for Agricultural Purposes
- Landholders are allowed to construct farm buildings and associated improvements on agricultural land.
- Specific restrictions exist within certain municipal boundaries
Permission for Non-Agricultural Use of Land
- Use of land for non-agricultural purposes is not automatically allowed (unless part of a planning scheme).
No Permission Required for Change of Use
- Certain land use changes in developed areas (with final plans and associated taxes) don't require prior permission.
Liability for Payment of Conversion Tax
- Additional conversion taxes will be levied for any land usage change (to non-agricultural uses).
Land Revenue as a Paramount Charge
- Arrears of land revenue are a charge on the entire holding;
- Failure to pay can lead to the entire holding being subject to forfeiture.
Partition
- Co-owners have the right to partition a holding.
Division of Survey Numbers
- The Code permits the further division of survey numbers.
Non-Agricultural Assessment in Non-Urban Areas
- An assessment is determined by the market value of the land in the area
Non-Agricultural Assessment in Urban Areas
- Assessment will not exceed a maximum percentage for residential or non-residential uses
Date of commencement of Non-Agricultural Assessment
- Assessments for non-agricultural purposes start from the date when the land is actually used for the non-agricultural use
Limit of Sites
- Local authorities can specify the boundaries of village, town and city sites
Record of Rights
- Comprehensive records are needed, including landholders, tenant information, rights details, and payable amounts
Maharashtra Revenue Tribunal
- This tribunal is responsible for specific revenue matters.
End of Topic M.L.R.C Code
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