Section 21 of The Murshidabad Estate Administration Act, 1933
Power of Manager to contract and take action for the benefit of the estate.
The Manager may enter into any contract or take any action which in his opinion is necessary for the proper care andmanagement of the immoveable properties of the estate and of the rents, issues and profits thereof or for the maintenance of the position and dignity of the Nawab Bahadur and which is notinconsistent with any provision of this Act or with any rule made under section 28: Provided that if he is not empowered by any other provision of this Act or by any rule made under section 28 to enter on such contract or to take such action he shall obtain the previous sanction of the Board of Revenue before entering upon the contract or taking the action.
Summary
- The Manager can sign contracts or take any action he believes is necessary to care for the estate's property.
- This power includes managing the rents, profits, and income that come from the land.
- The Manager can also take actions to ensure the Nawab Bahadur maintains his social position and dignity.
- Every action or contract must follow the Act and must not go against any rules made under Section 28.
- If the Manager does not have specific power for a certain contract or action, he must get permission from the Board of Revenue first.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Can the Manager take action to protect the Nawab's reputation?
Yes, the Manager can take actions necessary for the maintenance of the position and dignity of the Nawab Bahadur.
2. What limits the Manager's power to make contracts?
The Manager cannot make contracts that are inconsistent with the Act or with any rules made under Section 28.
3. What happens if the Manager wants to do something that the Act doesn't clearly allow?
He must obtain the previous sanction (approval) of the Board of Revenue before taking that action.
4. Does the Manager manage the money coming in from the properties?
Yes, his powers include caring for the rents, issues, and profits of the estate.
Test yourself
1.Under Section 21 of The Murshidabad Estate Administration Act, 1933, what must the Manager do if he is not specifically empowered by the Act or rules to enter a contract?
2.Under Section 21 of The Murshidabad Estate Administration Act, 1933, which of these is a valid reason for the Manager to take an action?
3.Under Section 21 of The Murshidabad Estate Administration Act, 1933, any action taken by the Manager must NOT be inconsistent with what?
4.Under Section 21 of The Murshidabad Estate Administration Act, 1933, the Manager's power to contract covers which of these?