In computing the period laid down under sections 16 and 17 the provisions of sections 4 and 12 of the Indian Limitation Act, 1908, shall so far as may be, apply.

Extension of period of limitation in certain cases Extension of period of limitation in certain cases. 20. The prescribed authority may admit any appeal under section 16 and the Collector and the Tribunal may admit an application under section 17, after the period of limitation laid down in the said sections if the appellant