Section 36: Interpretations

The Karnataka Forest Act, 1963State Act of Karnataka · Act 5 of 1964

For the purpose of this Chapter,—

(i) “forest” includes any land containing trees and shrubs, pasture lands and any land whatsoever which the State Government may, by notification under this section declare to be a forest;

(ii) “owner” in relation to a forest includes a mortgagee, lessee or other person having right to possession and enjoyment of the forest.

Where this provision sits

Act	The Karnataka Forest Act, 1963
Section	36
Marginal note	Interpretations
Jurisdiction	State of Karnataka
Status	In force as published by the source

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