15. Collection of arrears.-

(1) All arrears of jenmikaram payable under the Kanam Tenancy Act, 1955, which accrued due from any kanam tenant immediately before, and is outstanding on, the appointed day, shall be recovered as if this Act had not been passed. (2) Notwithstanding anything contained in section (1) or in any judgment, decree, or order of court, all such arrears as are referred to in that sub-section shall be deemed to be fully discharged if the kanam tenant pays [on or before the 31st day of December] [1981], an amount equal to the arrears of jenmikaram for the one year immediately preceding the appointed day or the actual arrears outstanding on that day, whichever is less.