Land Measurement (Bigha, Acre) — Set 15

Correct Answer: A. Showing the exact dimensions and neighbors of a specific land parcel

Tatpurush map (field sketch or Tatimma) is prepared by the Patwari to show the exact shape, dimensions, and surrounding plots (neighbors) of a specific land parcel. It is particularly useful in boundary disputes to establish the exact boundaries of a plot. The Tatpurush map is also prepared when a mutation involves splitting or merging of plots. It provides a visual representation of the specific plot in question.

Correct Answer: A. Government-owned urban land managed by the revenue department

Sarkari Nazul refers to government-owned land in urban or semi-urban areas that is managed by the revenue department. This includes land previously belonging to the colonial government or acquired by the state government. Sarkari Nazul land is leased out for various purposes including residential, commercial, and institutional use. The District Magistrate or Collector is the authority responsible for Sarkari Nazul management.

Correct Answer: A. A small landholding farmer with land below prescribed minimum threshold

Alp Bhoomi Dhari (Small Landholder) in Rajasthan refers to a farmer who owns a small amount of agricultural land typically below the prescribed minimum threshold for various government benefits. The government provides special concessions in land revenue, agricultural inputs, and credit to small landholders. The exact definition varies by state policy and the specific program or benefit being offered.

Correct Answer: A. A permanent document of ownership given to beneficiaries of land grants

Sada Rewa Patta (Permanent Grant Deed) is a permanent document of land ownership given to beneficiaries under land grant schemes. It confirms the permanent rights of the beneficiary over the allotted land. In states like Rajasthan, permanent Pattas are given to landless farmers and scheduled castes under land distribution schemes. The holder cannot be evicted without due legal process.

Correct Answer: A. A unique number assigned to each estate in the district revenue register

Tauzi number is a unique reference number assigned to each landed estate or property account in the district revenue register (Tauzi). It helps in tracking the revenue demand and collection for each estate. The Tauzi number was particularly important in the zamindari system where each zamindar's estate had a distinct Tauzi number. In modern revenue administration, it continues to be used for maintaining estate-level revenue accounts.

Correct Answer: A. Land vested in Gram Panchayat for community purposes

Gram Panchayat land refers to land that has been vested in the Gram Panchayat for community use and management. This includes Shamilat land (common land), abadi land, and any land transferred to the Panchayat under various schemes. The Gram Panchayat is responsible for protecting and managing this land. Such land is used for community facilities like schools, roads, drainage, and common pastures.

Correct Answer: A. A number identifying each owner or group of co-sharers in the Khatauni register

Khatauni number is a unique number assigned to each individual owner or group of co-sharers (Khata) in the Khatauni (register of rights). It helps in identifying all the plots belonging to a specific owner. Together with the Khasra number, the Khatauni number forms the basis of land record identification. Farmers can use their Khatauni number to look up their land records online.

Correct Answer: B. A receipt for paying land tax

In Karnataka, Patta refers to the right or title document that establishes ownership of land. The Patta (similar to the RTC or Bhoomi record) is issued to landowners and contains details like the owner's name, survey number, extent of land, and the nature of ownership. Karnataka has digitized its land records through the Bhoomi project. Landowners can access their Patta details online through the Bhoomi portal.

Correct Answer: A. A document showing the current price of land in a specific area

Bhav Patra in Maharashtra revenue records is a document issued by the Sub-Registrar's office showing the prevailing market rates (Ready Reckoner rates) for land and properties in a specific area. It is used by buyers, sellers, and financial institutions to determine the market value of property. The Bhav Patra rates are revised annually. Property transactions must be registered at a value not less than the Bhav Patra rates.

Correct Answer: A. About 125 square feet

In Uttar Pradesh, one Biswa equals approximately 125 square feet (about 11.6 square meters). Twenty Biswas make one Bigha which equals approximately 2,500 square feet in UP. The Biswa is a subdivision of Bigha used for measuring small plots of agricultural land. These measurements are specific to Uttar Pradesh as Bigha and Biswa vary across different states.