Section 20 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881
All appearances before, applications to, and acts to be done before, any Revenue-officer under this Act may be made or done--
- (a)by the parties themselves; or,
- (b)with the permission of the officer, by their recognized agents or any legal practitioner: Obligation of parties to attend in person. Provided that the employment of a legal practitioner of recognized agent shall not excuse the personal attendance of a party to any proceeding in cases where such attendance is required by any order of the Revenue-officer.
Summary
- This section outlines who can appear and make applications before a Revenue-officer.
- Parties involved in a case are allowed to appear and act for themselves.
- If the officer gives permission, a recognized agent or any legal practitioner, like a lawyer, can represent the party.
- However, using an agent or lawyer does not excuse a party from attending the proceeding in person if the Revenue-officer specifically orders them to do so.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Can I represent myself before a Revenue-officer under Section 20 of the Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881?
Yes, appearances and applications can be made by the parties themselves.
2. Do I have an automatic right to use a lawyer under Section 20 of this 1881 revenue law?
No, you can only use a legal practitioner or recognized agent with the permission of the Revenue-officer.
3. Under Section 20 of the Act, can a Revenue-officer force me to show up even if I hired an agent?
Yes, if the Revenue-officer issues an order requiring your personal attendance, having an agent does not excuse you from showing up.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 20 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881, what is required before a recognized agent can act for a party?
Q2.According to Section 20 of the 1881 Land Revenue law, which of the following is NOT listed as a way to make appearances or applications?
Q3.What exception does Section 20 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881 make regarding the use of a legal practitioner?
Q4.Combining Section 19 and Section 20 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881, if the Chief Commissioner makes a procedural rule applying the Code of Civil Procedure, who must follow it when presenting a case?