Commutation of pensions
Section 10 of the Pensions Act, 1871 deals with commutation of pensions. The [appropriate Government] may, with the consent of the holder, order the whole or any part of his pension or grant of money et land-revenue to be commuted for a lump sum on such terms as may seem fit. The Act came into force on 18 Aug 1871.
The 1[appropriate Government] may, with the consent of the holder, order the whole or any part of his pension or grant of money et land-revenue to be commuted for a lump sum on such terms as may seem fit.
Section 10, The Pensions Act, 1871 (Act 23 of 1871).
Questions about Section 10
What does Section 10 of the Pensions Act deal with?
Section 10 of the Pensions Act is headed "Commutation of pensions". The [appropriate Government] may, with the consent of the holder, order the whole or any part of his pension or grant of money et land-revenue to be commuted for a lump sum on such terms as may seem fit.
How do I find court cases under Section 10 of the Pensions Act?
In judgments and charge sheets this section is written several ways, and each form finds a different set of orders. These search the full text of every order eCourtsIndia holds, best matches first: Pensions Act 1871 10, section 10 Pensions Act 1871, section 10 of the Pensions Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.
When did Section 10 of the Pensions Act come into force?
Section 10 of the Pensions Act, cited as Pensions Act 1871 10, came into force on 18 Aug 1871, having been enacted on 18 Aug 1871. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
Other sections of this Act
- 12A. Nomination by pensioner to receive moneys outstanding on account of pension254 words
- 14. Power to make rules188 words
- 5. Claims to be made to collector, Deputy Commissioner or other authorised officer172 words
- 16. Laying of rules157 words
- 8. Payment to be made by Deputy Commissioner, Collector or other authorised officer121 words
- 7. Pensions for lands held under grants in perpetuity117 words
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