Section 11 of The Northern Indian Ferries Act, 1878
The lessee of the tolls of a public ferry may surrender his lease on the expiration of 1 one month's notice in writing to the State Government of his intention to surrender such lease, and on payment to the Magistrate of the district in which such ferry is situate of such compensation as such Magistrate, subject to the approval of the Commissioner, may in each case direct.
Summary
- A lessee of a public ferry has the right to voluntarily surrender their lease.
- Surrender requires giving written notice to the State Government.
- The general notice period is at least one month, but in Uttar Pradesh, it is three months.
- The lessee must pay compensation to the Magistrate of the district where the ferry is located.
- The compensation amount is directed by the Magistrate in each case, but it is subject to the approval of the Commissioner.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. To whom must the lessee give written notice if they want to surrender their ferry lease?
The written notice of intention to surrender the lease must be given to the State Government.
2. What is the required notice period for a lessee to surrender a lease under Section 11?
The general rule is one month's notice in writing, but in Uttar Pradesh (U.P.), it is three months' notice.
3. Does the lessee have to pay anything to the government to surrender their lease?
Yes, the lessee must pay compensation to the Magistrate of the district where the ferry is situated.
4. Who determines and approves the compensation amount that a surrendering lessee must pay?
The Magistrate of the district directs the amount in each case, and this is subject to the approval of the Commissioner.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 11 of The Northern Indian Ferries Act, 1878, what is the general notice period a lessee must give to the State Government to surrender their lease?
Q2.Under Section 11 of The Northern Indian Ferries Act, 1878, how does the notice requirement for surrendering a lease differ in Uttar Pradesh (U.P.) compared to the general law?
Q3.Under Section 11 of The Northern Indian Ferries Act, 1878, to whom must the surrendering lessee pay compensation, and whose approval is required for this amount?
Q4.Under Section 11 of The Northern Indian Ferries Act, 1878, what is the main difference between lease termination under Section 10 and Section 11?