Revenue Assessment and Land Definitions Quiz
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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'?

  • 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?

  • Survey number
  • Urban area
  • Village
  • Saza (correct)

    • What does 'sub-division of a survey number' mean?

    <p>A part of a survey number with separate records of area and assessment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'superior holder' specifically mean?

    <p>A land-holder entitled to receive rent or revenue from inferior holders</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area is NOT included in 'urban area'?

    <p>Rural farmland</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about 'wada land' is true?

    <p>'Wada land' is open land used for tethering cattle or storing crops</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the State divided for revenue purposes according to the definitions provided?

    <p>Into divisions, each consisting of one or more districts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'alienated' refer to in the context of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?

    <p>Land transferred in ownership regarding payment of rent or land revenue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chapter of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code deals with the assessment of agricultural land revenue?

    <p>Chapter VI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of boundary marks as defined in the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?

    <p>To indicate the boundaries of different ownerships of land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chapter addresses special provisions for land revenue in the City of Bombay?

    <p>Chapter XIV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'building' refer to in the context of the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?

    <p>Any structure, excluding farm buildings</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chapter covers the procedures and powers of revenue officers?

    <p>Chapter II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the primary focuses of Chapter IX in the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?

    <p>Boundary and boundary marks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chapter relates specifically to appeals, revisions, and review within the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code?

    <p>Chapter XIII</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under which condition is prior permission from the Collector not necessary for land use conversion?

    <p>For land held as Occupants-Class I as per the sanctioned Development Plan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must an occupant do to convert the use of Occupants-Class II land?

    <p>Apply to the Planning Authority for permission.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Planning Authority when an application is made for land use conversion of Occupants-Class II?

    <p>To direct the occupant to obtain a no objection certificate from the Collector.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required before the Collector can issue a no objection certificate for land use change?

    <p>The land must be verified for occupancy and encumbrances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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?

    <p>Twenty-five thousand rupees or forty times the non-agricultural assessment, whichever is higher.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must the person who receives permission for land use change inform the village officer and the Tahsildar?

    <p>Within thirty days from when the change of use commenced.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines the purposes allowed for land use change according to the content provided?

    <p>Purposes as defined in the sanctioned Development Plan or draft Development Plan.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial step for an occupant wishing to convert land from its current use as per the guidelines provided?

    <p>To seek permission from the Planning Authority if the land is Class II.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Planning Authority in relation to land assessment revisions?

    <p>To provide development permission copies to the Collector within 30 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a Development Plan is revised or modified?

    <p>The non-agricultural assessment must be re-evaluated based on the new use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which document serves as proof of land conversion to non-agricultural use?

    <p>Challan or receipt showing conversion tax payment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs once development permission is granted under section 18 of the Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966?

    <p>The land's use is considered converted to non-agricultural use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding the conversion tax and government dues?

    <p>They must be paid to validate the land's conversion status</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must the Collector be informed of development permissions granted by the Planning Authority?

    <p>Within 30 days of the grant or revision</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situation is the use of land deemed converted to non-agricultural use?

    <p>When the draft Regional Plan is published and approved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must happen if the land is held as Occupant Class-II?

    <p>Nazarana or premium and other dues must be paid for conversion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if land revenue arrears are not paid by a landholder?

    <p>The occupancy holding may be forfeited.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition can a holding be partitioned according to the provisions?

    <p>Only through a civil court decree or co-holder application.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must occur before a partition is made if a title question is raised?

    <p>A civil suit must first settle the title question.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can the Collector do if a landholding is in arrears?

    <p>Levy the sums in arrears by selling the holding.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary for a portion of land to be assigned as a new survey number?

    <p>It must be used for non-agricultural purposes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Act must be adhered to when partitioning land holdings?

    <p>Bombay Prevention of Fragmentation and Consolidation of Holdings Act.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if part of a holding is used for a non-agricultural purpose?

    <p>It can be designated a separate survey number.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What rights are affected when an occupancy is forfeited due to arrears?

    <p>All rights over trees, crops, and buildings on the land.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What determines the non-agricultural assessment of lands?

    <p>The non-agricultural use of the land and the area classification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are villages in non-urban areas categorized for assessment purposes?

    <p>On the basis of market values of lands, into Class-I and Class-II</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements regarding the rates for assessing Class-I lands is correct?

    <p>Class-I lands are assessed at a rate not exceeding ten paise per square metre per year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What criteria must be considered when dividing urban areas for non-agricultural assessment?

    <p>Market value of lands and their non-agricultural uses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the assessment rate for Class-II lands in non-urban areas?

    <p>Not exceeding five paise per square metre per year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must the non-agricultural assessment not be less than?

    <p>The agricultural assessment that may be leviable on the land</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for assessing lands in non-urban areas?

    <p>The Collector, subject to Commissioner approval</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor is NOT included in determining non-agricultural assessments?

    <p>The agricultural productivity of nearby lands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the maximum distance from village/town limits for peripheral area?

    <p>200 meters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which zone must the peripheral area land be located?

    <p>In any developable zone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section determines the conversion tax for peripheral area?

    <p>Section 47A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the Collector initiate the conversion process?

    <p>Either on application or suomoto</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What regulations are applicable to peripheral area land use conversion?

    <p>Development Control Regulations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of Regional Plan can be used for peripheral area conversion?

    <p>Either draft or final</p> Signup and view all the answers

    To what purposes does the deemed conversion apply?

    <p>Residential or purpose as per Regional Plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for determining the non-agricultural assessment for peripheral area?

    <p>Collector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the nature of conversion in the peripheral area?

    <p>Deemed automatic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who issues the payment notice for conversion?

    <p>Collector</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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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