Land Records: Khasra & Khatauni — Set 14
Revenue & Panchayati Raj · भूमि अभिलेख: खसरा और खतौनी · Questions 131–140 of 180
What is the purpose of 'land use notification' in municipalities?
Correct Answer: A. Official designation of land use zones for orderly development and planning purposes
Land use notifications classify areas into zones for residential, commercial, industrial, or agricultural use, guiding development and preventing conflicting uses that cause disputes.
What is the role of 'survey number' in land identification?
Correct Answer: A. Unique identification number assigned to each land parcel for official record purposes
Survey numbers are unique identifiers given to each land plot facilitating easy identification, reference in official documents, preventing confusion among similar properties.
What is the significance of 'occupancy rights' in land tenure?
Correct Answer: A. Right of cultivator to occupy and use land for agricultural purposes with protection from eviction
Occupancy rights protect cultivators by granting them security of tenure, preventing arbitrary eviction, and often allowing inheritance of land rights in agricultural tenancy systems.
What is the purpose of 'revenue collection' in government operations?
Correct Answer: A. Systematic gathering of taxes from landowners to fund government services and development
Revenue collection ensures steady income for government funding schools, hospitals, roads, irrigation, and development projects, crucial for public service delivery and economic growth.
What is the significance of 'revenue code' or 'land code' in administration?
Correct Answer: A. Systematic codification of revenue laws and procedures governing land administration uniformly
Revenue codes consolidate land laws, revenue procedures, and administrative rules into one comprehensive framework ensuring uniform implementation across jurisdictions and preventing inconsistencies.
What is the role of 'property transfer deed' in land transactions?
Correct Answer: A. Legal document transferring property ownership from seller to buyer with all rights
Transfer deed is the primary legal document evidencing sale, recording buyer's ownership, transferring all rights and responsibilities, and registered with government for official recognition.
What is the significance of 'revenue field book' in land surveys?
Correct Answer: A. Detailed record of field observations, measurements, and survey calculations during land survey
Field book documents all survey observations, measurements, boundary marks, and calculations, serving as primary source material for creating official maps and records.
What is the purpose of 'revenue certificate' in property matters?
Correct Answer: A. Government certificate issued by revenue office confirming details of land and ownership
Revenue certificate issued by revenue authorities contains land details, ownership information, and survey data, serving as official evidence for property claims and transactions.
What is the role of 'revenue records digitalization' in modern governance?
Correct Answer: A. Converting physical records to digital format improving accessibility, transparency, and reducing corruption
Digitalization enables online access to land records, reduces paper-based corruption, speeds up processes, allows real-time updates, and improves citizen service delivery and governance.
What is the significance of 'right to farm' in revenue administration?
Correct Answer: A. Fundamental right of farmers to cultivate land, sell produce, and manage agricultural activities
Right to farm protects cultivators' freedom to choose crops, practice agriculture independently, access markets, and make farming decisions without arbitrary government interference.