Section 22 of The Central Provinces Court of Wards Act, 1899
The Court of Wards may pass such orders as it thinks fit in respect of the custody and residence of any Government ward whose person is, for the time being, under its superintendence, and, when he is a minor, in respect of his education.
Summary
- The Court of Wards has the power to decide where a ward will live.
- The Court can issue specific orders regarding who has physical custody of the ward.
- If the ward is a minor, the Court has the specific authority to decide on their education.
- These powers only apply when the ward's person is under the superintendence of the Court.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Can the Court force a ward to move to a different house?
Yes, if the ward's person is under superintendence, the Court can pass orders regarding their residence.
2. Does the Court control the education of adult wards?
No, the power to pass orders regarding education specifically mentions when the ward "is a minor".
3. Who has the final say on where a ward stays?
The Court of Wards has the power to pass such orders as it thinks fit.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 22 of The Central Provinces Court of Wards Act, 1899, for which group of wards can the Court pass orders regarding education?
Q2.Under Section 22 of The Central Provinces Court of Wards Act, 1899, what can the Court decide about a ward's living situation?
Q3.Under Section 22 of The Central Provinces Court of Wards Act, 1899, what must be true for the Court to have power over a ward's residence?
Q4.Under Section 22 of The Central Provinces Court of Wards Act, 1899, how much discretion does the Court have when making these orders?