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The Maharashtra Agricultural Land Leasing Act, 2017

The Maharashtra Agricultural Land Leasing Act, 2017

General201716 sections4 chapters

This Act establishes a legal framework for renting agricultural land in Maharashtra, ensuring that both landowners and tenant farmers enter into binding agreements to grow crops or manage livestock. It applies to anyone leasing land for farming activities, including individuals and groups, while strictly reserving access for Scheduled Tribes in tribal areas. By requiring written and recorded leases, the law aims to prevent disputes and clarify responsibilities. Ultimately, the legislation protects the interests of small and marginalized farmers seeking land access while securing fair compensation and rights for landowners.

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Chapter I PRELIMINARY →

  1. 1Short title, extent and commencement.
  2. 2Definitions.

Chapter II LAND LEASE - AGREEMENT, TERMINATION, RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES →

  1. 3Agricultural land leasing under this Act.
  2. 4Rights and responsibilities of Land Owner-Lessor.
  3. 5Rights and responsibilities of Lessee Cultivator.
  4. 6Non-transferability and non-heritability of lease.
  5. 7Termination of lease.

Chapter III ENFORCEMENT OF LEASE AGREEMENT AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION →

  1. 8Enforcement of lease agreement.
  2. 9Dispute resolution.
  3. 10Breach of agreement.
  4. 11Reinstatement of Land Owner-Lessor.
  5. 12Bar of jurisdiction of Civil Courts.

Chapter IV MISCELLANEOUS →

  1. 13Protections for persons acting in good faith.
  2. 14Power to make rules.
  3. 15Overriding effect and savings.
  4. 16Power to remove difficulties.

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