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The Bengal Ghatwali Land Act, 1859

Central

An Act to empower the holder of Ghatwalee lands in the District of Beerbhoom to grant leases extending beyond the period of their own possession.

Act number
5 of 1859
Ministry
Ministry of Home Affairs
Department
Department of States
Enacted
4 Mar 1859

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2 sections

  1. Section 1Ghatwals of Beerbhoom to have the same right of granting leases as is allowed to other proprietors of lands.
  2. Section 2Court of Wards and Revenue authorities to have the like power in certain causes.