16. The State Government may for the purposes of settlement of debt between the small farmers and their creditors, by notification, appoint Debt Settlement Officers and may like-wise define the areas within which they shall exercise jurisdiction.
Section 16: Appointment of debt settlement officers
The Uttar Pradesh Debt Relief Act, 1977State Act of Uttar Pradesh · Act 4 of 1977
Where this provision sits
| Act | The Uttar Pradesh Debt Relief Act, 1977 |
|---|---|
| Section | 16 |
| Marginal note | Appointment of debt settlement officers |
| Jurisdiction | State of Uttar Pradesh |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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