Bare Act

The Maharashtra Tribal Economic Condition (Improvements) Act, 1976

The Maharashtra Tribal Economic Condition (Improvement) Act, 1976, is a protective legislative measure designed to safeguard the economic interests of tribal populations in Maharashtra. It primarily targets the exploitation of tribal communities by moneylenders and traders. The Act declares certain past loans to tribal individuals as invalid and void, effectively discharging them from predatory debt. Furthermore, it regulates the marketing and transport of specific agricultural produce within tribal areas to prevent unfair trade practices. For the ordinary citizen, this Act serves as a legal shield, ensuring that tribal farmers and laborers are not subjected to unconscionable financial contracts or market manipulation.

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