Section 23
Section 23 of Bihar Irrigation Act. Inquiry by Collector On the date fixed in the notices or any other date to which the proceedings may be adjourned, the Collector shall hold an inquiry and shall hear the persons on whom the notices have been served and any other persons affected or likely to be affected by the order who may attend,
Inquiry by Collector On the date fixed in the notices or any other date to which the proceedings may be adjourned, the Collector shall hold an inquiry and shall hear the persons on whom the notices have been served and any other persons affected or likely to be affected by the order who may attend, and may take down in writing any evidence that he may think fit regarding - (a) the necessity for repairing, extending or altering the said irrigation work, (b) the nature of the works required for such repair, (extension or alteration), (c) the obligation to maintain the irrigation work in an efficient state and the reasons why the person under such obligation has failed to repair it, and (d) the probable cost of the proposed work of repair, extension or alteration.
Section 23, Bihar Irrigation Act (Act 11 of 1998).
Questions about Section 23
How do I find court cases under Section 23 of the Bihar Irrigation Act?
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When was the Bihar Irrigation Act enacted?
Bihar Irrigation Act was enacted in 1998 as Act 11 of 1998. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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