Question

According to the Land Acquisition Act (Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement), 2013, governments can acquire land for: (i) Strategic purpose.
(ii) Projects for Families Affected by Projects.
(iii) For public-private partnership projects, where government ownership of land will remain with the government.

• A. (i) and (iii)
• B. (i), (ii) and (iii)
• C. (i) and (ii)
• D. (ii) and (iii)

Hint:

The LARR Act, 2013 ensures transparency, fair compensation, and rehabilitation in land acquisition for government and PPP projects.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Understanding the purpose of the Land Acquisition Act, 2013.
The Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013 (LARR Act) governs the process of land acquisition by the government while ensuring fair compensation and rehabilitation of affected persons.
Step 2: Conditions for land acquisition.
Under the Act, land can be acquired for: 1. Strategic purposes — such as national security, defense, or public infrastructure.
2. Projects for families affected by projects — for resettlement or rehabilitation purposes.
3. Public-private partnership (PPP) projects — where ownership remains with the government.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Hence, (i) and (ii) are valid purposes for land acquisition under the LARR Act, 2013.