What is the Assam Fixation of Ceiling on Land Holdings Act, 1956?
The Assam Fixation of Ceiling on Land Holdings Act, 1956 (Assam Act I of 1957) is a legislation that sets a limit or "ceiling" on the amount of land an individual can hold in the state of Assam. This act aims to control large landholdings and promote equitable distribution of agricultural land among the rural population, as well as encourage efficient use of land resources for the overall development of the region.