- Ceiling on Land is a legal limit on the maximum amount of land that an individual or entity can own in India.
- The purpose of this law is to prevent the concentration of agricultural land in the hands of a few individuals and ensure its equitable distribution among farmers.
- Each state in India has its own limit on the maximum amount of land that an individual or entity can own, based on factors such as the type of land, location, and usage.
- If someone exceeds this limit, the excess land is considered surplus and is acquired by the government.
- The government then distributes the surplus land among landless farmers and tenants, and compensates the landowner based on the market value of the land.
- The implementation of Ceiling on Land laws has been subject to challenges, such as disputes over the measurement of land, the valuation of land, and the identification of surplus land.
- Critics argue that the law has led to a decline in agricultural productivity and increased corruption, while proponents argue that it has led to a more equitable distribution of land and reduced rural poverty.
- The effectiveness of Ceiling on Land laws varies across states, depending on factors such as the quality of implementation and public awareness.
Ceiling on Land under Haryana Ceiling of Land Holdings Act, 1972
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