Urban Land Ceiling Acts Overview

A law enacted in 1976 that aimed to control the ownership of urban land by setting a ceiling limit on the amount of land an individual could hold. This was done to address the issue of land hoarding and promote equitable distribution.

The maximum amount of land someone could legally own under the Urban Land Ceiling Act. This limit varied based on the category of city, with a higher limit for larger cities.

The Urban Land Ceiling Act was repealed in 1999, meaning it was no longer in effect. The act was seen as ineffective and facing various challenges.

A law passed in 1974, with the goal of controlling and preventing pollution in water sources.

An act enacted in 1973, focused on preserving the aesthetic quality of Delhi by regulating urban art and architecture.

The highest ceiling limit under the Urban Land Ceiling Act was 2000 sq.mts. This applied to the largest cities, classified as "Category A" cities.

The ceiling limit for Category B cities, typically smaller urban areas, was 1000 sq.mts.

The main purpose of the Delhi Urban Art Commission was to ensure that the urban environment was aesthetically pleasing, with a focus on improving the visual quality of the city.