Section 2 of MHADCA : Section 2: Definitions

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where a local entrepreneur in Manipur wants to set up a small marketplace in one of the hill areas. She refers to the Manipur (Hill Areas) District Councils Act, 1971 to understand the regulations she must comply with. Upon reading Section 2 of the Act, she learns the following:

• The term "Administrator" refers to the appointed authority overseeing the Union territory of Manipur. Any permissions or notifications she requires may need to go through the Administrator or an appointed deputy.
• Since she is in the "Hill Areas" as defined by the President, her marketplace falls under the jurisdiction of a "District Council" which is an autonomous body governing the hill districts.
• Her marketplace qualifies as a "market" under the Act because it is a place where people will assemble to sell food items and other goods.
• If she wants to construct any permanent structures for her marketplace, such as stalls or shops, these will be considered "buildings" according to the Act, and she will need to ensure they meet any specified requirements.
• She also learns that the "Official Gazette" is where official notifications are published, so she should monitor it for any new regulations or information relevant to her business.

With this knowledge, she can proceed to contact the Deputy Commissioner and the District Council to obtain the necessary approvals for her marketplace.