At any time within twelve months after the passing of this Act, any Thakur, or any person who would be sole heir or one of the heirs to such Thakur if he then died intestate, may apply, in writing, to the Commissioner, stating that such Thakur is subject to debts or liabilities, other than debts due, or liabilities incurred, to Government, or that his immoveable property is charged with debts or liabilities other than as aforesaid, and requesting that the provisions of this Act be applied to his case.
When any Thakur or other person entitled to make an application under this section is a minor, or of unsound mind, or an idiot, such application may be made on his behalf by the guardian or other legal curator of his person, or by the legally constituted administrator or manager of his estate.
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