The Bengal Embankment Act, 1855

Section 12. _Authorize Sup. to report to Collector houses, &c. the removal of which he deems necessary; and (cl

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

12. Authorize Sup. to report to Collector houses, &c. the removal of which he deems necessary; and (cl. 2,) Collector to give notice to interested parties; and (cl. 3, 4 and 5,) jury to ascertain the value and make award. 13, 14. After award Collector to give notice to parties concerned : and (14) in their default houses, &c. May be removed by Collector. 15, 16 ,17. Establishes penalty for obstructing the removal of houses, &c. and (16) for cutting, &c. ambankments; and (17) for damaging embankments by other means. 18. Gives jurisdiction under the Act to Deputy and Assistant Magistates . 19. Empowers Darogahs to inquire. 20. Orders of Magistrate, &c. appealable.

Source: India Code