What was the purpose of The Assam State Acquisition of Lands belonging to Religious or Charitable Institution of Public Nature Act, 1959?
The purpose of The Assam State Acquisition of Lands belonging to Religious or Charitable Institution of Public Nature Act, 1959 (Assam Act IX of 1961) was to regulate and control the acquisition and management of lands owned by religious or charitable institutions of public nature in the state of Assam. This act aimed at preventing misuse and encroachment of such properties for private benefit and ensuring their proper utilization for public welfare.