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Section 98 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881

After causing any attachment to be made under section ninety-four, clause (c), the Deputy Commissioner shall issue a proclamation declaring the attachment to be in force, and shall take the attached mahal, share or land under his own management, or place it under the management of any agent whom he may appoint for the purpose.

Summary

This section explains what happens after a specific piece of land or estate is attached for unpaid revenue.
The Deputy Commissioner must first issue a public notice, called a proclamation, declaring that the attachment is active.
Following this, the Deputy Commissioner takes direct control over the management of the attached land.
They can either manage the property themselves or appoint an agent to do it for them.

Practical examples

1In August 1891, an estate called a mahal falls into arrears, so the Deputy Commissioner issues a proclamation and takes direct control of the farming operations to recover the money.

2After attaching a person's share of land on November 5, 1884, the Deputy Commissioner appoints a local land agent to manage the planting season and collect rents.

FAQ

1. What must the Deputy Commissioner do right after attaching land under Section 98 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881?

Under Section 98 of the 1881 Act, the Deputy Commissioner must issue a proclamation declaring the attachment to be in force.

2. Who manages the land under Section 98 of the Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act?

Section 98 of the 1881 Act states the Deputy Commissioner manages it directly or appoints an agent to manage it.

3. Does Section 98 of the 1881 land law apply to moveable goods?

No, Section 98 of the Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act specifically deals with the management of a mahal, share, or land.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 98 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881, what official document must be issued after an attachment is made?

Q2.Under Section 98 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881, who is authorized to manage the attached land if the Deputy Commissioner does not do it personally?

Q3.Which types of property are specifically listed for management under Section 98 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881?

Q4.While Section 97 of The Central Provinces Land-Revenue Act, 1881 deals with the sale of moveable goods, what does Section 98 involve instead?

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