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Before taking possession of any land under Section 40 of the Act, the collector shall tender payment of ________ of the compensation for such land as estimated by him to the person interested.
A)
60 %
B)
80 %
C)
100 %
D)
120 %
This question pertains to the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 (RFCTLARR Act). Under Section 40 of the Act, the Collector is mandated to ensure that the compensation is paid before taking possession of the land. Specifically, the law stipulates that the Collector shall tender payment of 80% of the compensation for such land, as estimated by him, to the person interested before taking possession. This is a safeguard to ensure that the landowner receives a substantial portion of the estimated value before they are displaced from their property. Options a, c, and d are incorrect as they do not align with the statutory percentage specified in Section 40 of the Act.
Where a preliminary notification under Section 11 is not issued within ________ from the date of appraisal of the Social Impact Assessment report submitted by the Expert Group, then, such report shall be deemed to have lapsed
A)
6 Months
B)
12 Months
C)
18 Months
D)
24 Months
This question pertains to the 'Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013' (RFCTLARR Act). According to Section 11 of the Act, once the Social Impact Assessment (SIA) report is submitted by the Expert Group and appraised, the government must proceed with the preliminary notification. Specifically, the law stipulates that if the preliminary notification under Section 11 is not issued within 12 months from the date of appraisal of the SIA report, the report is deemed to have lapsed. This ensures that the data collected during the SIA remains current and that the acquisition process does not drag on indefinitely after the impact assessment has been completed. Therefore, option (b) is the correct legal timeframe.
In addition to the market value of the land, the Authority shall in every case award an amount calculated at the rate of ________ per annum on such market value for the period commencing on and from the date of publication of the preliminary notification under Section 11 to the date of the award of the collector or the date of taking possession whichever is earlier.
A)
6 %
B)
9 %
C)
12%
D)
15 %
This question pertains to the calculation of compensation under the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 (RFCTLARR Act). According to the provisions regarding the determination of the amount of compensation, the Collector/Authority is required to award an additional amount over and above the market value of the land. Specifically, the Act mandates an additional amount calculated at the rate of 12% per annum on the market value for the period starting from the date of publication of the preliminary notification (under Section 11) until the date of the award or the date of taking possession of the land, whichever is earlier. This serves as a form of interest/compensation for the period the landowner is deprived of the land before the final award is settled. Options a, b, and d are incorrect as they do not align with the statutory rate prescribed in the Act.
Assessment work of land revenue, taxes etc. shall be completed between the month of ________.
A)
April to February of the succeeding year
B)
April to March of the succeeding year
C)
April to August
D)
April to December
In the context of Land Revenue administration and government accounting in India (including Mizoram), the financial year runs from April 1st to March 31st. Assessment work, collection of taxes, and revenue accounting are aligned with this fiscal cycle. Therefore, the assessment work for land revenue and taxes is scheduled to be completed within the window of April of the current year to March of the succeeding year to ensure that the revenue records are updated and closed before the start of the next financial year.
In addition to the market value of the land, the Collector shall, in every case award an amount calculated at the rate of ________ per annum on such market value for the period commencing on and from the date of publication of notification of Social Impact Assessment Study in respect of such land till the date of the award of the collector or the date of taking possession, whichever is earlier.
A)
6 %
B)
9 %
C)
12 %
D)
15 %
This question pertains to the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 (RFCTLARR Act). According to Section 30(3) of the Act, the Collector shall, in every case, award an amount calculated at the rate of 12% per annum on the market value of the land. This amount is calculated for the period starting from the date of publication of the notification for the Social Impact Assessment (SIA) study until the date of the Collector's award or the date of taking possession of the land, whichever occurs earlier. This serves as an additional payment to compensate the landowner for the time elapsed during the acquisition process.
The defaulter shall have to pay a penal interest calculated at the rate of ________ per annum calculated on the tax arrears in addition to the arrear amount of land revenue, taxes, tolls, cess on person.
A)
10 %
B)
20 %
C)
30 %
D)
5 %
Under the land revenue laws and recovery rules applicable in Mizoram (specifically relating to the recovery of land revenue, taxes, tolls, and cess), when a person defaults on the payment of land revenue or associated taxes, the government imposes a penal interest to encourage timely payment and compensate for the delay. According to the prevailing regulations for the recovery of arrears of land revenue in the state, the prescribed rate of penal interest charged on the outstanding arrear amount is 20% per annum. Options a (10%), c (30%), and d (5%) are incorrect as they do not align with the statutory rate specified for these specific revenue defaults.
Maximum dimension to be allotted for stall pass shall not exceed.
A)
14 Square Metres
B)
30 Square Metres
C)
9.11 Square Metres
D)
12 Square Metres
According to the standard guidelines and regulations governing the allotment of Shop/Stall Passes (specifically within the administrative framework applicable to the Mizoram PSC/Departmental guidelines for estate or market management), the maximum dimension permitted for a stall pass is capped at 9.11 Square Metres. This specific measurement is often derived from standard stall sizes (e.g., 3m x 3.03m or similar standardized units) used to ensure uniform distribution of space and prevent monopolies over available commercial areas. Options a, b, and d exceed this regulatory limit.
Interest at the rate of ________ per annum or part thereof shall be charged for late payment of land revenue, tax, cess etc.
A)
5 %
B)
10 %
C)
15 %
D)
20 %
Under the land revenue laws and administrative rules applicable in Mizoram (specifically relating to the recovery of land revenue, taxes, and cesses), the standard penalty for late payment is prescribed as interest at the rate of 10% per annum or part thereof. This serves as a deterrent against defaults in payment of government dues. Options a (5%), c (15%), and d (20%) are incorrect as they do not align with the statutory interest rate prescribed for these specific land revenue recoveries in the state's regulatory framework.
The Collector shall take possession of land after ensuring full payment of compensation as well as rehabilitation and resettlement are paid to the entitled persons within a period of ________ for the monetary part of rehabilitation and resettlement from the date of award.
A)
3 Months
B)
9 Months
C)
6 Months
D)
12 Months
This question pertains to the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 (RFCTLARR Act). According to the provisions regarding the payment of compensation and the implementation of Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R) entitlements, the Collector is mandated to ensure that the monetary components of the R&R package are paid to the entitled persons. Specifically, the Act and its associated rules stipulate that the monetary part of the rehabilitation and resettlement must be paid within a period of 6 months from the date of the award before the Collector takes possession of the land. This ensures that the displaced persons have the necessary financial resources to relocate and resettle before they are evicted from their land. Options a, b, and d are incorrect as they do not align with the statutory timeline prescribed in the RFCTLARR framework.
Seven times of normal rate of land revenue will be charged from the ________ if the land remains uncultivated or developed
A)
2nd Year
B)
3rd Year
C)
4th Year
D)
5th Year
Under the land revenue regulations applicable in Mizoram (and similar land tenure systems in the region), there are specific penalties imposed on landholders who fail to cultivate or develop land that has been granted or settled. The standard penalty structure for land remaining uncultivated or undeveloped is designed to discourage land hoarding and ensure productivity. According to the relevant land revenue rules, if the land remains uncultivated or undeveloped, a penalty is applied: for the first two years, the normal rate may apply or a lower penalty may be levied, but starting from the 3rd year, a punitive rate—specifically seven times the normal rate of land revenue—is charged to compel the landholder to utilize the land. Therefore, the 3rd year is the trigger point for this specific multiplier penalty.
If a fine imposed by the Settlement Officer or authorised competent authority for unauthorised diversion of land for other purpose is not paid on the fixed date, a person responsible for such contravention shall have to pay Rupees ________ for each day during such contravention continues
A)
100 Rupees
B)
50 Rupees
C)
200 Rupees
D)
500 Rupees
Under the land laws and regulations governing land diversion in Mizoram (specifically relating to the powers of the Settlement Officer), when a fine is imposed for the unauthorized diversion of land and the responsible party fails to pay the fine by the stipulated date, a daily penalty is levied to ensure compliance. According to the prescribed rules for such contraventions, the daily fine for the continuing offense is set at 50 Rupees per day. Therefore, option (b) is the correct legal provision for this specific penalty.
Any application for giving non-confidential portion of extract of record of rights or copy of the records shall be accompanied by payment of fee of ________ using treasury challan issued by the office of Controller of Land Records
A)
Rs. 50
B)
Rs. 100
C)
Rs. 200
D)
Rs. 500
According to the administrative guidelines and the fee schedule governing the issuance of land records in Mizoram, specifically regarding the Record of Rights (RoR), any application for a non-confidential extract or a copy of the records must be accompanied by a prescribed fee. The standard fee for this service, payable via a treasury challan issued by the office of the Controller of Land Records, is Rs. 100. Options a, c, and d are incorrect as they do not align with the current prescribed fee structure for this specific administrative request.
Any person or body of persons proposing to divert use of the land holding, application as prescribed in Form-8 may be submitted to the Director, Land Revenue and Settlement along with diversion fee of ________ per bigha.
A)
500 Rupees
B)
1000 Rupees
C)
100 Rupees
D)
2000 Rupees
According to the land revenue and settlement guidelines and the prescribed forms for land diversion in Mizoram, any person or entity seeking to change the land use (diversion) must submit an application in Form-8. The administrative fee associated with this application process is fixed at 100 Rupees per bigha. This fee is paid to the Director of Land Revenue and Settlement as part of the processing requirement for the diversion of land holding. Options a, b, and d are incorrect as they do not align with the officially prescribed fee schedule for this specific administrative action.
When land revenue, taxes, etc. have become arrear a notice of demand for payment of arrear shall be served to the defaulter directing to pay the arrear within ________ from the date of issue of Notice of Demand.
A)
7 Days
B)
14 Days
C)
21 Days
D)
One Month
Under the Land Revenue laws and administrative procedures applicable to land revenue recovery (specifically within the framework of the Mizoram Land Revenue and related recovery rules), when land revenue or taxes fall into arrears, the government must follow a due process of recovery. The first step is the issuance of a 'Notice of Demand'. According to the standard procedural guidelines for the recovery of arrears of land revenue, the defaulter is typically given a grace period of one month from the date of issue of the notice to clear the outstanding dues before the administration initiates further coercive measures (such as attachment of property or sale of land). Options a, b, and c (7, 14, and 21 days) are too short for the statutory notice period required for land revenue arrears in this jurisdiction.
Notice for relinquishment of land holding shall be disposed of by the Revenue officer within ________ of receipt of the notice.
A)
1 Month
B)
6 Months
C)
12 Months
D)
24 Months
Under the land administration rules and procedures governing land relinquishment (specifically within the context of Mizoram's land revenue and settlement frameworks), when a land holder submits a formal notice to relinquish their holding, the Revenue Officer is mandated to process and dispose of the notice within a specific statutory timeframe to ensure administrative efficiency and legal certainty. The prescribed period for the disposal of such notices by the Revenue Officer is 6 months from the date of receipt of the notice. This timeframe allows the officer to verify the claims, ensure there are no outstanding dues or encumbrances on the land, and formally record the relinquishment in the land records.
The Collector shall make an Award within a period of ________ from the date of publication of declaration of Rehabilitation and Settlement under Section 19 and if no award is made within that period, the entire proceedings for the acquisition of the land shall lapse.
A)
6 Months
B)
10 Months
C)
12 Months
D)
18 Months
This question pertains to the legal timelines established under the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 (RFCTLARR Act). According to the statutory provisions regarding the Award, the Collector is required to make an award within a specific timeframe following the declaration. Specifically, under the Act, the Collector shall make an award within a period of 12 months from the date of publication of the declaration under Section 19. If the award is not made within this 12-month window, the land acquisition proceedings lapse, meaning the process must start over if the government still wishes to acquire the land. Therefore, option (c) is the correct legal timeframe.
The list of assessment shall be submitted to the Collector or any Officer authorised by the Government which will be checked, corrected and approved as final list in ________.
A)
Form 15
B)
Form 13
C)
Form 12
D)
Form 11
In the context of Land Revenue administration and the specific procedural forms used for assessment and settlement (commonly aligned with the Land Revenue rules applicable in the region), the process of assessment involves several stages. After the initial field surveys and preliminary lists are prepared, the list of assessment is submitted to the Collector or an authorized officer. This list undergoes a process of verification, correction, and final approval. According to the prescribed administrative forms for Land Revenue, Form 13 is the specific format used for the final approved list of assessment. Form 11 and 12 typically relate to preliminary reports or notices, while Form 15 usually pertains to different stages of the settlement or mutation process.
Minimum area of House Pass which may be issued by the Settlement Officer in the Town and Notified Town on the recommendation of SAAB to the needy and deserving family is________.
A)
1600 Square feet
B)
1200 Square feet
C)
2000 Square feet
D)
2400 Square feet
Under the land settlement and house pass regulations applicable in Mizoram, the Settlement Officer is empowered to issue House Passes in Towns and Notified Towns based on the recommendations of the SAAB (Settlement Area Advisory Board). For needy and deserving families, the prescribed minimum area for a House Pass in these urban/semi-urban areas is 1200 square feet. This ensures that the family has a basic, viable space for residential purposes while preventing excessive land hoarding in notified town areas. Options a, c, and d represent areas that exceed the minimum threshold established for these specific residential grants.
In cases of urgency, before taking possession of any land under Section 40 (1) or (2), the Collector shall tender payment of_________of the compensation for such land as estimated by him to the person interested.
A)
70 %
B)
50 %
C)
80 %
D)
100 %
The question refers to the 'Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013'. Under Section 40, which deals with the 'Special powers in cases of urgency', the government may dispense with certain procedures to acquire land quickly. Specifically, Section 40(2) mandates that before taking possession of the land under the urgency clause, the Collector must tender payment of 80% of the compensation for such land, as estimated by the Collector, to the person interested. This ensures that the landowner receives a substantial portion of the estimated value immediately, even though the final award may be determined later. Options a (70%), b (50%), and d (100%) are incorrect as they do not align with the statutory requirement specified in the Act.
No land shall be processed for allotment in favour of a person below the age of _________.
A)
20 years
B)
12 years
C)
15 years
D)
18 years
In the context of land allotment and administrative law in India (and specifically within the guidelines followed by the Mizoram government for land allotment), the legal capacity to enter into a contract or hold property in one's own name generally requires the individual to be a major. According to the Indian Majority Act, 1875, a person is considered to have attained majority upon completing 18 years of age. Therefore, land cannot be processed for allotment to a minor; the applicant must be at least 18 years old to be legally eligible for the allotment process. Options a, b, and c are incorrect as they do not align with the legal definition of adulthood/majority required for land ownership and legal agreements.
Every Property Card holder shall have:
A)
Right of use in any special purposes as an agent of the Government
B)
Permanent, heritable and transferable rights
C)
Right of use and occupancy
D)
Temporary right, title, interest and possession
In the context of Land Tenure and the implementation of the Record of Rights (RoR) or Property Cards (often associated with the Land Titling systems in India and specifically within the administrative framework of Mizoram's land reforms), a Property Card serves as a conclusive evidence of title. Unlike a simple occupancy certificate or a lease, a Property Card is designed to provide the holder with full ownership rights. These rights are: 1. Permanent (not subject to a fixed term), 2. Heritable (can be passed to legal heirs), and 3. Transferable (can be sold, gifted, or mortgaged). Option (a) describes an agency role, (c) describes limited occupancy rights (similar to a tenant), and (d) describes temporary interests, none of which align with the purpose of a formal Property Card/Title deed.
In case of land being left uncultivated or undeveloped, the land holder shall be liable to pay _________ of land revenue for the initial 2 years.
A)
Fifteen times of Normal rate
B)
Seven times of normal rate
C)
Normal rate
D)
Twenty five times of normal rate
Under the land revenue laws applicable in Mizoram (and similar land revenue frameworks), when land is granted or held, there is typically a grace period or a specific provision regarding land that remains uncultivated or undeveloped. For the initial period (usually the first 2 years), the land holder is generally required to pay the 'Normal rate' of land revenue. Penalties or increased rates (such as multiplied rates) are typically imposed only after this initial period expires if the land holder continues to fail in their obligation to cultivate or develop the land. Therefore, for the initial 2 years, the liability remains at the normal rate.
Which of the following class of land holder is given a specified tenure to occupy certain parcel of land for a specific purpose like industry, educational institution etc?
A)
Pass holder
B)
Periodic Patta holder
C)
Lease holder
D)
Land Settlement Certificate holder
In land tenure systems, particularly within the administrative framework of Mizoram and similar land revenue systems, a 'Lease holder' is an individual or entity granted the right to occupy and use a specific parcel of land for a defined period (tenure) and for a specific purpose. This is commonly used for non-agricultural purposes such as establishing industries, educational institutions, or commercial ventures, where the land remains the property of the government but is leased out under specific terms and conditions.
Why other options are incorrect:
- a. Pass holder: A 'pass' is typically a permit for movement or temporary access, not a land tenure classification for institutional occupancy.
- b. Periodic Patta holder: A Patta is a land deed. Periodic Pattas are generally related to agricultural land tenure where rights are renewed periodically, rather than being specifically designated for industrial or institutional purposes.
- d. Land Settlement Certificate holder: This generally refers to the recognition of ownership or occupancy rights after a settlement process, which is broader and more permanent than a purpose-specific lease.
The area of house site per household to be allotted will not exceed:
A)
1337.60 square meter
B)
1337.50 square meter
C)
1337.30 square meter
D)
1337.80 square meter
According to the land allotment rules and guidelines applicable in Mizoram (specifically regarding the allotment of house sites to households), the maximum permissible area for a house site per household is capped at 1337.60 square meters. This specific figure is derived from the conversion of traditional measurements or specific policy mandates set by the state government to ensure equitable distribution of land. Options b, c, and d are incorrect as they provide slightly different numerical values that do not align with the official statutory limit defined in the land allotment regulations.
In respect of Agriculture Land Certificate, failure to utilize _________ of the land area will be deemed to be diversion of land from intended purpose.
A)
70 %
B)
60 %
C)
20 %
D)
30 %
Under the land administration rules and guidelines pertaining to Agricultural Land Certificates (ALC) in Mizoram, the land is granted specifically for agricultural purposes. To prevent land speculation and ensure the land is used for its intended purpose, the government mandates a minimum utilization threshold. According to the prevailing norms, if a holder fails to utilize 30% of the allotted land area for agricultural activities, it is legally deemed as a 'diversion of land from intended purpose.' This allows the government to initiate proceedings for the cancellation of the certificate or the recovery of the land. Options a, b, and c are incorrect as they do not align with the specific percentage threshold defined in the land utilization guidelines for ALC holders.