Which act in India governs land acquisition for public infrastructure projects?
- AReal Estate Regulation Act (RERA)
- BThe Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013Correct
- CThe Public Works Act, 1956
- DThe Industrial Disputes Act, 1947
Solution
Concept
Land acquisition law
Step-by-step solution
1. The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 governs.
Explanation
The 2013 Act replaced the 1894 Act.
Why the other options are wrong
RERA concerns real estate; the others are not relevant.
Shortcut
LARR Act 2013.
Correct answer: B) The Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013