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The Mizoram (Land Revenue) Rules, 2013, provide a structured framework for land leases, outlining the process, conditions, and categories under which land can be leased for various purposes. This is a significant aspect of land administration, particularly relevant for organizations like NGOs and private individuals seeking land for specific projects or long-term use. The rules also touch upon the legal mechanisms for converting existing land holdings, including inherited land, into a leasehold arrangement, though the specifics of conversion depend on the nature of the transfer and the recipient. Under the 2013 Rules, land can be allotted under lease for specific tenures and purposes. This differs from Periodic Pattas, which are primarily for agricultural purposes, although agricultural land exceeding a certain limit may also be allotted under lease. The rules specify maximum tenure periods for land leases depending on the category of use and the lessee. For instance, Central/State Gov...

The Mizoram (Land Revenue) Rules, 2013, provide a comprehensive framework for the administration and regulation of non-agricultural land within the state, encompassing various categories of use from residential and commercial to institutional and public purposes. These rules lay down detailed procedures for allotment, specify conditions for different types of non-agricultural holdings, and address aspects like transfer, diversion of use, and management. For residential purposes, the rules outline the process for obtaining a House Pass and subsequently a Residential Land Settlement Certificate (RLSC). A House Pass is a temporary allotment for constructing a dwelling house, with specific area limits varying between urban/notified sub-town areas and villages. In areas where survey and settlement operations have been conducted, Revenue Officers may allot house sites with government approval. In areas without such operations, Village Councils are competent to issue House Passes within the v...

The Mizoram (Land Revenue) Rules, 2013, provide a detailed framework for the management and regulation of agricultural land within the state. These rules, enacted under the Mizoram (Land Revenue) Act, 2013, outline specific provisions for the allotment, holding, and use of land for agricultural purposes, aiming to ensure its productive use and systematic administration. Under the 2013 Rules, agricultural land can be allotted either through a Periodic Patta or by a land lease for a specific tenure and purpose. This dual system allows for flexibility in accommodating different types of agricultural activities, from commercial plantations to horticultural or general agricultural farming. The rules specify that holders of a Periodic Patta or a lease must comply with the terms and conditions laid down therein. For the issuance of a Periodic Patta for agricultural purposes, the rules stipulate a maximum area that can be allotted: 60 bighas or 80,268 square metres per family or per juristic p...

Mizoram's land revenue administration has evolved over time, with successive acts and rules shaping the regulatory landscape. The Mizoram (Land Revenue) Rules, 2013, brought about several notable changes compared to the earlier legislative framework, refining existing processes and introducing new provisions to address the contemporary needs of land management and revenue collection in the state. Analyzing the 2013 Rules in contrast with the preceding acts and rules reveals a movement towards greater formalization, detailed procedures, and a more centralized control mechanism, while also introducing new categories of land holding and specific regulations for different land uses. One significant area of change lies in the detailed procedural guidelines introduced by the 2013 Rules. While previous acts like The Mizo District (Land and Revenue) Act, 1956, and The Mizo District (Agriculture Land) Act, 1963, established the basic framework for land allotment and revenue collection, the ...

Understanding the legal framework governing land and revenue is crucial for anyone residing in or dealing with property in Mizoram. A collection of acts, regulations, and rules operated by the Revenue Department provides this framework, outlining everything from house site allotment to agricultural land use and land transfer. This essay explores some of the key pieces of legislation in this collection, shedding light on their purpose and main provisions. One of the foundational pieces of legislation is The Lushai Hills District (House Sites) Act, 1953. This Act, passed by the Lushai Hills District Council, was established to regulate the allotment of sites for residential or other non-agricultural purposes within the Lushai Hills District (now largely corresponding to Mizoram). It details the powers of the Village Council and the Administrator of Mizoram in allotting sites, issuing pattas (certificates of holding), and the conditions that may be included in these pattas. The Act also a...