The East Punjab Movable Property (Requisitioning) Act, 1947
The East Punjab Movable Property (Requisitioning) Act, 1947
The East Punjab Moveable Property (Requisitioning) Act, 1947 empowers the government to temporarily take control of or permanently acquire moveable property within the Union Territory of Chandigarh when necessary. It explicitly exempts aircraft and items used for religious worship. The law applies to anyone owning or holding moveable property in the area, requiring individuals to share relevant information and follow government directions. Property owners are entitled to compensation determined by authorities. This Act matters because it provides the state with legal mechanisms to mobilize private resources for public needs while establishing rules for compensation, property return, and penalties for non-compliance.
- 1. Short title, extent and commencement.
- 2. Requisitioning of moveable property.
- 3. Power to acquire requisitioned property.
- 4. Payment of compensation.
- 5. Release from requisition.
- 6. Power to obtain information, and to give directions.
- 7. Power to give effect to orders.
- 8. Delegation of functions.
- 9. Offences and penalty.
- 10. Protection of action under this Act.
- 11. Repeal.
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