Service of notice

Q: When did Section 20 of the Works of Defence Act come into force?

Section 20 of the Works of Defence Act, cited as Works Defence Act 1903 20, came into force on 20 Mar 1903, having been enacted on 20 Mar 1903. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

In force From 20 Mar 1903 Act 7 of 1903 As on 20 Oct 2026

Act 7 of 1903 Ministry Defence Enacted 20 Mar 1903 In force 20 Mar 1903

Section 20 of the Works of Defence Act, 1903 deals with service of notice. The Court shall thereupon cause a notice specifying the day on which the Court will proceed to determine the objection, and directing their appearance before the Court on that day, to be served on the following persons namely:-- (a) the applicant; The Act came into force on 20 Mar 1903.

The Court shall thereupon cause a notice specifying the day on which the Court will proceed to determine the objection, and directing their appearance before the Court on that day, to be served on the following persons namely:--
(a) the applicant;
(b) all persons interested in the objection, except such (if any) of them as have consented without protest to receive payment of the compensation awarded; and
(c) if the objection is in regard to the area of the land, the nature of the obstructions or the amount of the compensation, the Collector.
Section 20, The Works of Defence Act, 1903 (Act 7 of 1903).

Questions about Section 20

What does Section 20 of the Works of Defence Act deal with?

Section 20 of the Works of Defence Act is headed "Service of notice". The Court shall thereupon cause a notice specifying the day on which the Court will proceed to determine the objection, and directing their appearance before the Court on that day, to be served on the following persons namely:-- (a) the applicant;

How do I find court cases under Section 20 of the Works of Defence 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: Works Defence Act 1903 20, section 20 Works Defence Act 1903, section 20 of the Works of Defence Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.

When did Section 20 of the Works of Defence Act come into force?

Section 20 of the Works of Defence Act, cited as Works Defence Act 1903 20, came into force on 20 Mar 1903, having been enacted on 20 Mar 1903. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

Other sections of this Act

2. Definitions703 words
7. Restrictions648 words
39. Demolition of part of house or building and imposition of restrictions on part of land439 words
9. Notice to persons interested395 words
6. Further powers exercisable after publication of notice under section 3, sub-section (2)377 words
31. Payment of compensation or deposit of same in Court318 words

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