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Section 22 of The Chutia Nagpur Encumbered Estates Act, 1876

No suit or other proceeding shall be maintained against any person in respect of anything done by him bona fide pursuant to this Act.

Summary

This provision protects people from being sued for their actions under this Act.
It applies to any person who is performing duties assigned by the Act.
The protection only works if the person acted "bona fide" (in good faith or with honest intent).
If an action was done honestly to follow the law, no suit or legal proceeding can be brought against that person.

Practical examples

1A Manager sells a small plot of land to pay a debt on September 15, 1878. The landholder is angry and tries to sue for damages, but the court dismisses it because the Manager acted honestly under Section 18.

2An officer denies a creditor's claim because the paperwork was missing. The creditor tries to sue the officer personally, but Section 22 stops the lawsuit because the officer was just following the rules.

FAQ

1. What does "bona fide" mean in Section 22?

It means the person acted honestly and with the intention of carrying out the law, not to cause harm or commit fraud.

2. Does this protection apply to everyone or just the Manager?

It applies to "any person" who does something in good faith according to the Act.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 22 of The Chutia Nagpur Encumbered Estates Act, 1876, what is the primary condition for a person to be protected from a lawsuit?

Q2.Which of the following is barred under Section 22 of The Chutia Nagpur Encumbered Estates Act, 1876?

Q3.Who can claim protection under Section 22 of The Chutia Nagpur Encumbered Estates Act, 1876?

Q4.If a person acts with bad intentions (not bona fide) while implementing The Chutia Nagpur Encumbered Estates Act, 1876, does Section 22 protect them?

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