Principle

LAND LAW β€” Land Use Act β€” Revocation of right of occupancy β€” Governor’s power β€” Must be exercised under section 28

Area of law
LAND LAW
Court
Supreme Court

Revocation must be for prescribed purposes under section 28. Revocation for other purposes is void. The principle applies to land under the Land Use Act. The court will examine the stated purpose. The rule protects landholders from arbitrary revocation. The Governor must act within statutory…

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