1951 amendment introduced:
Correct answer is: B. Muslim Law for Muslim tenants
Succession law changed in 1951.
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Value of trees destroyed under Sec 33(c) assessed by:
Correct answer is: C. Collector
Collector had authority to assess damage.
1944 amendment addressed rights of:
Correct answer is: B. Female proprietors
It clarified female proprietors’ alienation rights.
Max imprisonment for offence under Sec 33:
Correct answer is: B. 6 months
Section 33 allowed up to 6 months imprisonment.
Max fine under original Act was likely less than 10,000 (amended later)?
Correct answer is: A. TRUE
Fines were enhanced through amendments.
“Servant of State” likely refers to:
Correct answer is: B. Revenue officials
Context suggests revenue/admin officers.
Power to nominate successor under Sec 20(d) from list includes:
Correct answer is: C. Listed relatives (mother, sister, etc.)
Nomination restricted to close relations.
Power to make rules under Act vested in:
Correct answer is: A. Provincial Govt
Rule-making power was with Provincial Govt.
Rights of nominated successor not affected even if tenant acquires:
Correct answer is: B. Ownership
Ownership acquisition didn’t affect nominee.