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What impact does the Land Reform Act have on the Kerala Model of Economics?
The Land Reform Act, also known as the Kerala Agrarian Relations Bill, was enacted in 1969 in the state of Kerala, India. The act aimed to redistribute landholdings and promote social justice by redistributing land from large landholders to the landless and small farmers. The impact of the Land RefoRead more
The Land Reform Act, also known as the Kerala Agrarian Relations Bill, was enacted in 1969 in the state of Kerala, India. The act aimed to redistribute landholdings and promote social justice by redistributing land from large landholders to the landless and small farmers. The impact of the Land Reform Act on the Kerala Model of Economics is significant and far-reaching.
- Land Distribution: The act led to the redistribution of over 1.3 million acres of land from large landholders to the landless and small farmers. This resulted in a significant change in the landholding pattern, reducing the dominance of large landlords and increasing the number of small-scale farmers.
- Redistribution of Wealth: The act helped to redistribute wealth from the rich to the poor, reducing income inequality and promoting social justice. This, in turn, contributed to a more equitable distribution of resources and opportunities.
- Increased Agricultural Production: With more small-scale farmers having access to land, agricultural production increased, leading to greater food security and economic growth.
- Reduced Rural Poverty: By providing land and resources to small-scale farmers, the act helped reduce rural poverty and improve living standards for many families.
- Changes in Social Dynamics: The Land Reform Act changed social dynamics in Kerala by empowering marginalized communities, such as dalits (formerly untouchables) and women, who were previously excluded from owning land.
See lessAccess to land and effective control over it are crucial for inclusive growth and poverty eradication in India. Elaborate. Also, discuss the land reform measures adopted in India in recent times to ensure inclusive growth.
The Socio-Economic Caste Census of 2011, put the households with no land at 56.41 percent of total rural households. Similarly, the Draft National Land Reforms Policy released in July 2013 stated that 31 percent of all households are landless. Access to land and effective control over it is of fundaRead more
The Socio-Economic Caste Census of 2011, put the households with no land at 56.41 percent of total rural households. Similarly, the Draft National Land Reforms Policy released in July 2013 stated that 31 percent of all households are landless. Access to land and effective control over it is of fundamental importance not only for economic growth but also for poverty eradication and inclusive growth in the following ways:
Since independence, several measures such as the abolition of intermediaries, tenancy reforms, and ceilings on landholdings were adopted, and consolidation and distribution of landholdings were envisioned. In the past few years, India has taken the following land reform measures focussing on inclusive growth:
Also, in this regard, the NITI Aayog has framed a Draft Model Act and Rules on Conclusive Land Titling in 2019, which is under discussion. Since the subject of ‘land’ and its management falls under the State List, the success and failures of land reforms lie on the state governments. State initiatives such as the Bhoomi project of Karnataka a successful examples, which can be replicated on a pan-India level.
See lessHighlighting the existing issues related to land records in India, discuss how digitization of land records and conclusive land titling' can help in addressing them.
Land records consist of various types of information (property maps, sale deeds, etc.) and are maintained across different departments at the district or village levels. These departments work in silos and give rise to various issues, such as: Absence of a nationwide template: Land records are maintRead more
Land records consist of various types of information (property maps, sale deeds, etc.) and are maintained across different departments at the district or village levels.
These departments work in silos and give rise to various issues, such as:
The role of land record digitization and conclusive ‘land titling’ in addressing the above-mentioned issues are the following:
In addition, addressing land record issues and the mammoth task of mapping and digitizing 800 million land parcels further needs Centre-state coordination, a structured timeline for dispute resolutions, an integrated repository of land records covering both urban and rural areas, etc. Recent initiatives like the Digital India Land Records Implementation Programme 2.0 and the mapping of land parcels in rural inhabited areas using drone technology are welcome steps towards land reforms.
See lessWhile digitization of land records is a positive step, some challenges need to be addressed. Discuss.
Access to land is a critical factor for economic growth and poverty reduction. For government, industry, and citizens to be able to use this asset effectively and to minimize land conflicts, digitization can help by improving access to reliable land and property records. Advantages of digitization oRead more
Access to land is a critical factor for economic growth and poverty reduction. For government, industry, and citizens to be able to use this asset effectively and to minimize land conflicts, digitization can help by improving access to reliable land and property records.
Advantages of digitization of land records:
Challenges Faced in Digitization of Land Records:
To address these challenges, there is a need for wider adoption of technologies such as geographical information systems, data warehouses, and webs. It would help in making land records management efficient and easier for decision-making, strategy planning, and productive modeling. Also, an online or digital record department could be established for the betterment of online land records maintenance.
See lessWhat is the significance of land record modernization in India? In this light, state the features of the National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS).
In recent years, India has taken proactive steps to modernize land records under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP), 2008 to create an integrated land management system. The purpose and rationale behind land modernization is to usher in a system of updated land records,Read more
In recent years, India has taken proactive steps to modernize land records under the Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme (DILRMP), 2008 to create an integrated land management system. The purpose and rationale behind land modernization is to usher in a system of updated land records, automated and automatic mutation, integration between textual and spatial records, inter-connectivity between revenue and registration, to replace the present deeds registration and presumptive title system with that of conclusive titling with title guarantee.
Significance of land record modernization in India
In view of this, the National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS) was developed as a common, generic and configurable application for the execution of land registration documents across the country. It has been initiated by the Department of Land Resources, Ministry of Rural Development. As many as 28 States / UTs have adopted the National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS) for Land Records.
Key Features:
It is a crucial step towards achieving efficient and equitable land governance, fostering sustainable development, and empowering individuals and communities. Thus, the land modernisation project must be implemented in full letter as well as spirit to reap its ultimate potential.
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