Section 33 of The Faridabad Development Corporation Act, 1956
No suit or other legal proceedings shall lie against any member or officer of the Corporation in respect of anything which is in good faith done or intended to be done in pursuance of this Act.
Summary
- Members and officers of the Corporation are protected from lawsuits and other legal actions.
- This protection only applies to actions done, or intended to be done, in good faith (honestly and without bad intent).
- The action must have been taken in pursuance of (to carry out) this Act.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Does Section 33 protect Corporation members from all lawsuits?
No, it only protects them if the act was done in good faith and in pursuance of the Act.
2. What does "good faith" mean in this context?
It means acting honestly, with proper intentions, and without any malice or intent to cause wrongful harm.
3. Can a person sue an officer of the Corporation for an honest mistake made during their official duties?
No, if the mistake was made in good faith while trying to carry out the Act, legal proceedings are barred.
4. Who is protected by this bar of legal proceedings?
The protection covers any member or officer of the Corporation.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 33 of The Faridabad Development Corporation Act, 1956, what is the key condition required to protect a member or officer from a lawsuit?
Q2.Who is specifically protected from suits or other legal proceedings under Section 33 of The Faridabad Development Corporation Act, 1956?
Q3.If an officer of the Faridabad Development Corporation acts maliciously and takes a bribe to favor a contractor, does Section 33 of the Act protect them?
Q4.What must the action be in pursuance of to receive protection under Section 33 of The Faridabad Development Corporation Act, 1956?