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SHORT NOTES ON CBA (ACQUISITION AND DEVELOPMENT) ACT 1957

1. Overview and Objectives

• Purpose: Strengthen public control over coal mining for national interest and systematic industry development.

• Scope: Applies a
  cross India (later extended to J&K and UTs). Activated via notification by the Central Government.

2. Key Provisions

• Structure: Covers definitions, authorities, notifications, acquisition, compensation, and appeals.

• Competent Authority: Appointed by the Centre to implement provisions, issue notifications, and manage objections.

• Notification: Issued when coal deposits are suspected, enabling surveys and prospecting.

3. Land & Rights Acquisition

• Power to Acquire: Centre can acquire land/rights for coal mining after public notice and inquiry.

• Vesting: Post-declaration, land vests in the Central Government or a designated government company.

• Urgency Clause: Allows fast-tracked acquisition in urgent cases.

Summary

• Goal: Ensure organized coal resource development while ensuring fair acquisition and compensation.

• Stakeholders: Affects landowners, leaseholders, and prospectors-balancing national needs with individual rights.