DISTRESSES.

The provisions of this Chapter extend to the areas within the local limits of the jurisdiction of a Court of Small Causes : Provided that nothing in this Chapter shall apply—

1. (1) to a judge or court, other than a Small Cause Court, invested with the jurisdiction of a Court of Small Causes ;
2. (2) to any rent due to Government ;
3. (3) to any rent which has been due for more than twelve months before the date of the application made under section 27B ;
4. (4) to any rent which is in arrears for a period less than three months. 27B.
5. (1) Any person claiming to be entitled to arrears of rent of any house or premises to which this Chapter extends situate in the local limits of the jurisdiction of a Court of Small Causes or his duly constituted attorney, may apply to such Court for issuing a warrant under section 27C : Provided that before making an application such person shall give 15 days' notice to the tenant making a demand of the said arrears.
6. (2) The application made under sub-section
7. (1) shall be supported by an affidavit or affirmation in Form A in the Third Schedule.