State Land Acquisition Powers

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Under what condition can the State Government acquire land designated for a specific purpose in a plan or scheme for a different public purpose?

  • If the Planning Authority requests the change.
  • If the original purpose is deemed unnecessary.
  • If the Development Authority approves a new proposal.
  • If the State Government is satisfied the land is needed for a different public purpose. (correct)

Which entity's satisfaction is crucial for the State Government to repurpose land allocated in a development plan?

  • The Appropriate Authority
  • The Development Authority
  • The Planning Authority
  • The State Government (correct)

What is the primary criterion that justifies the State Government's decision to use land designated in a plan for an alternative purpose?

  • Lesser environmental impact.
  • Necessity for a different public purpose (correct)
  • Alignment with national priorities.
  • Increased revenue generation.

According to the guidelines, which authorities might have land designated for their purpose in any plan or scheme?

<p>Planning Authority, Development Authority, or Appropriate Authority. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If land is originally designated for a 'Development Authority' in a scheme, what condition allows the State Government to acquire it for another purpose?

<p>If the State Government determines it is needed for a different public purpose. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does public opinion play in the State Government's decision to repurpose land designated in a plan?

<p>Public opinion is not mentioned as a direct factor. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

For the State Government to acquire land for a different public purpose, what must be true about the land's original designation?

<p>The land must be included in a plan or scheme as reserved, allotted, or designated for a specific purpose. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies the State Government's power to acquire land for a different purpose than originally planned?

<p>Land designated for a park is repurposed to build a hospital due to pressing healthcare needs. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the legal implication if the State Government fails to demonstrate the necessity of acquiring designated land for a different public purpose?

<p>The original designation remains in effect. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for the authority deemed appropriate in the phrase 'Planning Authority or Development Authority or Appropriate Authority'?

<p>An authority fitting for the specific context (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What ensures that state governments do not arbitrarily change land use designations?

<p>The requirement to demonstrate the necessity for a different public purpose. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a parcel of land is designated in a scheme for use by the 'Appropriate Authority', and the State Government wants to use it for a different project, what must the State Government do?

<p>Satisfy itself that it is needed for a different public purpose. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Imagine a scenario where land is reserved in a city plan for a school. However, the State Government realizes there is a greater need for a hospital in that specific location. What action can the government take?

<p>The government can acquire the land for the hospital if it is satisfied that there is a greater public need for the hospital. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A local Development Authority wants to build affordable housing on land designated for a commercial complex in the city's plan. The State Government disagrees, believing a public park is more beneficial for the community. What is the likely outcome?

<p>The state government can overrule the Development Authority and repurpose the land for a public park, if they deem it necessary for public use. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what type of documented plan would you expect to find land 'reserved, allotted or designated' for a specific purpose?

<p>Any plan or scheme. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A developer argues that land designated for environmental conservation in a city plan would be more valuable if used for a shopping mall. Can the State Government override the conservation designation?

<p>No, unless the State Government determines the land is needed for a different <em>public</em> purpose. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A piece of land is designated for a future library, but due to unforeseen population growth, the State Government decides to build an urgent care facility instead. What justification aligns with the principles described?

<p>The State Government is satisfied that the land is needed for a different public purpose. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The State Government wants to acquire land that was previously designated for a community garden, intending to build a parking garage. Which condition needs to be met for the government to proceed with their plan?

<p>The State Government must be satisfied that the same land is needed for a different public purpose. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Land in a new development plan is marked for a fire station, but after a review, the State Government determines it's better suited for an elderly care center. Which action would they need to take?

<p>They can change it if they are satisfied that the land will meet a different public need as an elderly care center. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key factor that allows a State Government to consider repurposing land initially set aside, allotted, or designated for one purpose within a planned development?

<p>A demonstrated need for a different public purpose. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

State Government land acquisition power

The State Government can acquire land designated for one purpose in a plan or scheme for a different public purpose, if it is satisfied the land is needed for that different purpose.

Study Notes

  • Concerns the power of the State Government to acquire lands for purposes other than those designated in a plan or scheme.
  • If land is included in a plan or scheme as reserved, allotted, or designated for a specific purpose, including purposes of the Planning Authority, Development Authority, or Appropriate Authority
  • The State Government can acquire the land if satisfied it is needed for a different public purpose.

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