Obligation to seek permission for sub-division or reconstitution of plots

(1), No person shall sub-divide or reconstitute a plot of land situated in abadi area of a village without obtaining prior permission of the State Government or any officer or authority authorized by it, by notification in the Official Gazette.

(2)The permission under sub-section (1) shall be granted in such manner, on payment of such charges, and subject to such terms and conditions, as may be prescribed.

(3)The charges realized under this section shall be credited to the fund of the Panchayat.

4)The charges under this section shall be the first charge on the interest of the person liable to pay such charges with respect to the land, sub-division or reconstitution of which has been permitted, and shall be recoverable as arrears of land revenue.