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Section 14: Establishments of registering officers

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Legal Commentary & Landmark Judgments: Section 14

Section 14 provides for the remuneration and establishment expenses of registration officers as determined by the State Government.

  • Salary & Allowances: State Government may assign such salaries as it deems proper to the registering officers appointed under the Act.
  • Establishment Expenses: State Government shall provide for the office expenses, staff salaries, and registry infrastructure in every district and sub-district.
  • Public Exchequers Funding: Ensures registration officers are compensated from the public exchequer and do not charge unauthorized personal fees.
Key Landmark Precedents:
  • State of Gujarat v. Utility Users' Welfare Association, (2018) 6 SCC 21: Affirmed that adequate state budgeting for statutory authorities is essential to eliminate corruption and maintain public confidence.
  • Brij Mohan Lal v. Union of India, (2012) 6 SCC 502: Reiterated the constitutional obligation of governments to fund public legal institutions.
Courtroom Practice & Strategic Litigation Guidance:

All fees payable for registration, search, and certified copies are strictly statutory; registration officers are barred from soliciting or accepting any private charges.

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