Jammu and Kashmir Brick Kilns (Regulation) Act, 2010
Jammu and Kashmir Brick Kilns (Regulation) Act, 2010
General201028 sections
This Act regulates the establishment, operation, and expansion of brick kilns across the Union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It applies to manufacturers, dealers, and owners of kilns, requiring them to obtain licenses from the government. The law restricts where kilns can be built, mandating the use of non-agricultural land and environmental clearances to prevent pollution. By enforcing these rules, the legislation ensures sustainable industrial growth, protects agricultural land, and maintains environmental standards within the region.
- 1. Short title and commencement
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Restrictions on establishment of brick kilns
- 4. Establishment of brick kiln
- 5. Appointment of Licensing Authority
- 6. Grant of licence
- 7. Registration
- 8. Fee for licence
- 9. Protection of environment
- 10. Revocation or suspension of licence
- 11. Payment of royalty
- 12. Power of inspection
- 13. Fixation of price
- 14. Quality of bricks
- 15. Restrictions on sale by manufacturer and dealers
- 16. Sale bill
- 17. Maintenance of accounts
- 18. Refusal to sell
- 19. Delegation of powers
- 20. Appeals
- 21. Penalties
- 22. Cognizance of offence
- 23. Licensing authority to be public servant
- 24. Power to exempt
- 25. Protection of action taken under the Act
- 26. Power to make rules
- 27. Power to give directions
- 28. Repeal and saving
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