The Maharashtra Tenancy and Agricultural Lands Act

This book presents a comprehensive and updated legal compilation of The Maharashtra Tenancy and Agricultural Lands Act, 1948, along with the Rules of 1956, incorporating all amendments applicable up to 2026. It serves as an authoritative reference on tenancy laws governing agricultural lands in Maharashtra, covering tenant rights, landlord obligations, land purchase mechanisms, leasing provisions, and judicial procedures relevant to tenancy disputes.

Key Features

• Includes latest amendments up to 31 December 2025
• Covers allied laws such as the Mamlatdars? Courts Act, 1906
• Detailed treatment of agricultural land leasing laws and rules
• Clear explanation of tenant purchase rights and fixation of purchase price
• Provisions relating to transfer of agricultural land for industrial use
• Legal procedures for termination and protection of tenancy
• Guidance on civil court jurisdiction and reference procedures
• Discussion on bank interests, encumbrances, and non-payment consequences
• Practical insights on landlord rights for personal cultivation
• Authored by a High Court Advocate, ensuring legal accuracy and applicability

This book is primarily intended for advocates, legal practitioners, judges, revenue officers, law students, land surveyors, and government officials dealing with land and tenancy matters in Maharashtra.