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Taxmann Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act 2013 with Rules – Bare Act with Section Notes by Taxmann's Editorial Board
Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act 2013 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann provides the complete, up-to-date text of the Act along with detailed Section Notes. It seamlessly incorporates the latest rules, amendments, and relevant Removal of Difficulties Orders. Beyond the legal text, it also includes an overview of the procedures, timelines, and the various steps required to implement the law.
This book is intended for the following audience:
Legal Professionals and Advocates – Offers a reliable reference for practitioners handling land acquisition cases or advising clients affected by land acquisition
Judges and Judicial Officers – Provides a consolidated source for interpreting statutory provisions and the accompanying rules
Government Officials and Policy Makers – Acts as a ready reckoner to understand the Act's processes, especially relating to compensation, rehabilitation, and resettlement aspects
Academics and Law Students – Serves as an authoritative text for educational and research purposes, including commentary on critical sections
Developers, Infrastructure Companies, and Industry Stakeholders – Helps in comprehending land acquisition processes, timelines, compensation, and rehabilitation obligations
The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act [Act No. 30 of 2013] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:
[Authoritative Text] Presents the entire text of the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act 2013 in a user-friendly Bare Act format
[Section Notes & Commentary] Each section is accompanied by concise notes explaining legislative intent, significant legal precedents, and any newly introduced rules
[Latest Amendments & Rules] Incorporates the Rules, along with Removal of Difficulties Orders, ensuring readers have the most recent legal developments
[Pre-amendment Provisions] Incorporates the text of provisions as they existed prior to the amendment in the respective amendment footnotes, enabling the reader to understand the legal position before the amendment and its applicability during the pre-amendment period
[Land Acquisition Process at a Glance] Contains easy-to-refer charts summarising the acquisition procedure, timelines under the Act, and the crucial steps for compliance
[Special Focus on Compensation and R&R] Detailed notes on the compensation framework (including solatium, interest, and land valuation) and the rehabilitation and resettlement entitlements for affected families
[Updated Case-law References] Includes indicative references to landmark judgments or clarifications by courts
[Practical Utility] The 'Bare Act + Section Notes' approach makes it convenient for quick reference, especially useful for professionals who need accurate and immediate citations in their drafting or litigation work
[Clarity of Print & Format] The text is presented with clear fonts and easy-to-navigate formatting
[Compliance-focused] Emphasises compliance measures to avoid legal disputes and promotes efficient project planning
The structure of the book is as follows:
Principal Act – Each section of the Act is printed with side headers
Section Notes – Immediately follow each section, offering insights, clarifications, and references to relevant rulings or cross-sections
Schedules
First Schedule – Details compensation components
Second Schedule – Outlines rehabilitation and resettlement entitlements
Third Schedule – Specifies infrastructural amenities in resettlement areas
Fourth Schedule – Lists enactments regulating land acquisition and R&R
Rules & Orders
Social Impact Assessment and Consent Rules 2014
Compensation, Rehabilitation and Resettlement, Development Plan Rules 2015
Removal of Difficulties Order 2015
Each set of rules is followed by forms and procedures
Subject Index – A quick reference guide to pinpoint specific topics or key terms in the Act