APLEA Section 3 : Levy of Assessment of Lands Unauthorisedly Occupied
Act
Summary
Section 3 of The Andhra Pradesh Land Encroachment Act, 1905, addresses the levy of assessment on lands occupied without authorization. It mandates that individuals occupying government land pay an assessment based on the land's status, whether assessed or unassessed. The section also allows for additional charges on lands typically leased or licensed, emphasizing that payment does not confer occupancy rights.
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Explanation using Example
Example 1: Unauthorized Occupation of Assessed Land
Introduction: Ramesh, a farmer in Andhra Pradesh, has been using a piece of government land adjacent to his farm for growing crops. This land is part of an assessed survey number.
Application: According to Section 3(1)(i) of the Andhra Pradesh Land Encroachment Act, 1905, Ramesh is liable to pay the full assessment for the entire period of his unauthorized occupation. The Collector or Tahsildar may decide to impose the full assessment or a lesser sum based on special reasons.
Outcome: Ramesh must pay the assessment calculated for the area he occupied. Failure to comply could lead to legal action, and he gains no right of occupancy by paying the assessment. Additionally, he may face eviction from the land.
Conclusion: Compliance requires Ramesh to pay the assessment promptly. Non-compliance could result in penalties and loss of access to the land.
**Example 2: Unauthori...
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