Chota nagpur tenancy act popularly known as cnt act was enacted in the year 1908. Whereas from a very early time certain tenures have existed in chota nagpur, known as bhuinhari, held by persons claiming to be descendants of the original founders of the villages in which such lands are situated, or their assigns. Act saves a tenant from ejectment notwithstanding any contract with the landlord made even before the commencement of the act. And whereas the sanction of the governorgeneral has been obtained under section 5 of the indian councils act. The cnt act is effective in north chhota nagpur, south chhota nagpur and palamau divisions, including areas under various municipalities and notified area committees. Mahal manual, all intra departmental land transfer are processed in revenue department. The blueprint of the act was prepared by john hoffmann, a missionary social worker. Section 8 read with section 240 of chotanagpur tenancy act, 1908.
We permit sharing of the papers pdf on whatsapp and other social. Amendment to tenancy laws 4 the chhota nagpur tenancy act, 1908 the tribal region of central part of india is known for its diversity, ethnicity and customary selfrule. C for chotanagpur is a reference to the chotanagpur tenancy act cnt enacted by the british in 1908 in response to the birsa movement. Feb 17, 2017 the first amendment to section 21 of the chotanagpur tenancy act and section of the santhal pargana tenancy act removes restrictions on the use of adivasi land by owners or tenants for non. Guidance to preliminary test, mains test, and interview.
It restricts transfer of tribal land to non tribals. The state government has amended three sections and abolished one sub section of the chotanagpur tenancy act cnt, while one section of. And whereas the sanction of the governorgeneral has been obtained under section 5 of the indian councils act, 1892 55 and 56 viet, e. In jharkhand, adivasis say changes to tenancy laws dilute. Jan 22, 2021 birsa mundas ulgulan ran from 1895 to 1900. Chota nagpur tenancy act, 1908 issues and analysis. Notwithstanding anything in any of the rules under the chota nagpur tenancy act, 1908, notice of a settlement of rent under clause ii of subsection 2 of section 85 of the said act may be given by a general notice in the form contained in schedule vi to the landlords and tenants concerned, and such general notice shall be served a by.
Since both chota nagpur and the santhal pargana are tribalpopulated regions in jharkhand, these acts contained. Given the fact that people of chota nagpur were greatly attached to their land assets, the cnt act 1908 went a long way in establishing peace in the region. In section 46 of the chota nagpur tenancy act, 1908 herein of section 46. Rules under the chota nagpur tenureholders, rent account act, 1929 bihar and orissa act i of 1929 no. It thus follows from the decision in sukhlal shahas case that section 78 of the chota nagpur tenancy act will apply even if a tenant took a settlement of a homestead before taking a raiyati or agricultural settlement. Chota nagpur tenancy act, 1108, uieioly is that the, claim, under that section. The bihar tenancy act, 1885, chotanagpur tenancy act, 1908, santhal parganas act. An act to ascertain, regulate and record certain tenures in chota nagpur. The spt act is a similar land act for the santhal pargana, brought about in 1859. The chota nagpur tenancy act of 1908 bengal act vi of 1908. The chota nagpur tenancy act, 1908 bengal act 6 of 1908. Without the previous sanction of the deputy commissioner3.
Background of chota nagpur tenancy act, 1908 cnt 7th jpsc. Background of chota nagpur tenancy act, 1908 cnt 7th. Just added to your cart jpsc bpsc mppsc opsc ras pdf. It also prohibit the use of land for the urban purpose. Jharkhand polity and governance add to study deck 24. The chotanagpur tenancy act, 1908 by chota nagpur india, unknown edition. Oct 19, 2020 chotanagpur tenancy act pdf 1 this act may be called the chota nagpur tenancy act.
Dated 17th march, 1869 an act to ascertain, regulate and record certain tenures in chota nagpur. May 05, 2019 chota nagpur tenancy act 1908 pdf instituted by the british the chhota nagpur tenancy act, is an important act for the tribal population of jharkhand. Arrange these land laws in the chronological order 1. Buy kiran a ready reckoner jharkhand cntspt act english 2940 book online at. Instituted by the british the chhota nagpur tenancy act, 1908 is an important act for the tribal population of jharkhand. Write a note on birsa munda and his key contributions to indias freedom struggle. Two separate tenancy laws, chota nagpur tenancy act cnt act 1908 and santhal pargana. The chota nagpur tenancy act, 1908 prohibits transfer of lands by sale, etc except with the previous sanction of the deputy commissioner. Cds, user manual, warranty cards, scratch cards, and other accompaniments in. Several tribal communities in the chhota nagpur region of jharkhand had their customary laws and ways of. Tribal communities protest changes in jharkhand land laws. Under section 264 of the chota nagpur tenancy act, 1908. Jul 15, 2020 background of chota nagpur tenancy act, 1908 cnt 7th jpsc by sanjay sir patanjali ias ranchi. Mar 30, 2020 chotanagpur tenancy act pdf 1 this act may be called the chota nagpur tenancy act.
The act came into force on the 11th november, 1908, it was first published in the calcutta gazette. The chhota nagpur tenancy act, 1908 is a critical law with regard to the tribal land holdings in jharkhand. In jharkhand, bjp makes thinlyveiled attempts to shift. Dated 11th november, 1908 an act to amend and consolidate certain enactments relating to the law of landlord and tenant and settlement of rents in chota nagpur.
Buy kiran a ready reckoner jharkhand cntspt act english. The chotanagpur tenancy cnt act, enacted in 1908 after the birsa movement to govern land issues and prevent land alienation, is supposed to be the magna carta for tribals. Jan 02, 2020 chota nagpur tenancy act 1908 pdf instituted by the british the chhota nagpur tenancy act, is an important act for the tribal population of jharkhand. We planned for test check of records of four annual units, one biennial unit. Chota nagpur teancy act of 1908 with notes, judicial rulings and the rules framed under the act, ed. Several tribal communities in the chhota nagpur region of jharkhand had their customary laws and ways of life which were used to govern their communities. Santhal pargana tenancy spt act and the chotanagpur tenancy. Ancestral tribal land marked sanctuary area without consultation with tribals who live and work there. Whereas it is expedient to amend and consolidate certain enactments relating to the law of landlord and tenant and the settlement of rents in chota nagpur. In the year 197677, a petition under section 20 of. Chotanagpur tenancy act is not applicable to which of. Jpscjssc chotanagpur tenancy act 1908 part i hindi youtube. After the martyrdom of birsa, the british and missionaries enacted the chotanagpur tenancy act or cnt act for the protection of the lands of chotanagpur. Amendments to centuryold laws on tribal rights spark.
Mar 29, 2020 chota nagpur tenancy act 1908 pdf instituted by the british the chhota nagpur tenancy act, is an important act for the tribal population of jharkhand. To end landrelated plunder and dispute in chota nagpur. Sep 14, 2020 chota nagpur tenancy act 1908 pdf instituted by the british the chhota nagpur tenancy act, is an important act for the tribal population of jharkhand. Special memorandum on the land system of the munda country. The cnt act is effective in north chhota nagpur, south chhota nagpur and palamau divisions, including areas under various municipalities and. Commision jharkhand exam jpsc exam jssc adda jssc admit card jssc admit. Chota nagpur tenancy act, 1908 prohibits transfer of lands by sale, etc. Catholic orphan press, 1910 in mundari with latin script. Its operation is effective in north chotanagpur, south chotanagpur and palamau divisions. All along, the process of colonial law making was marked by a common feature. Prohibition of interest on sums paid into court limitation of appeal to judicial commissioner or high court incidents of tenancy of raiyats having khuntkatti rights the provisions of the act relating to occupancy raiyats shall apply also to raiyat having. Chota nagpur tenancy act 1908 pdf instituted by the british the chhota nagpur tenancy act, is an important act for the tribal population of jharkhand.
The chota nagpur tenancy act, 1908 prohibits transfer of lands by sale, etc. Audit cannot confine itself only to the checking of the arithmetical accuracy of the assessment. This was an act to amend and consolidate certain amendments relating to the law of landlord and tenant and the settlement of rents in chota nagpur. Santhal pargana tenancy act pdf the santhal parganas tenancy supplementary provisions act, 1949.
The main purpose of the cnt act the main reason for bringing cnt act on 11 november 1908 was. The chotanagpur tenancy act, 1908 1962 edition open. The chotanagpur tenancy act, 1908 1962 edition open library. Aug 02, 2019 1 this act may be called the chota nagpur tenancy act, 2 it extends to the north chotanagpur, the south chotanagpur and palamau divisions. Nov 24, 2016 whereas, with the enactment of the cnt act, the british tried to end the simmering discontent among the general population of chota nagpur plateau. Aug 17, 2019 1 this act may be called the chota nagpur tenancy act, 2 it extends to the north chotanagpur, the south chotanagpur and palamau divisions.
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