Question
Legal Studies Question on Land Acquisition Act
Within what period from the date of publication of the declaration, if no award is made, the entire proceedings for the acquisition of land shall lapse as per the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013?
A
6 months
B
12 months
C
18 months
D
24 months
Answer
12 months
Explanation
Solution
Under the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition Act, 2013, the acquisition proceedings will lapse if no award is made within 12 months from the date of publication of the declaration.