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If a landlord violates the provision against cutting off essential services, what recourse does the tenant have?
The tenant may apply to the Controller complaining of such a contravention.
What can the Controller order if they are satisfied that an essential service was cut off to compel the tenant to vacate or pay enhanced rent?
The Controller may pass an order directing the landlord to restore the amenities immediately, pending inquiry.
What is included in the definition of 'essential supply or service' according to the text?
This includes water, electricity, lights in passages and on staircases, conservancy and sanitary services.
What must a landlord do within thirty days after constructing any premises commenced after this Act?
The landlord must give intimation of the construction in writing to the Director of Estates or specified officer.
For what type of premises does Section 47 apply regarding leases to the Government?
It applies only to premises in specific areas that were included in the New Delhi Municipal Committee before April 7, 1958, and are intended for residence.
What must a landlord do within seven days after premises become vacant if the standard rent is not less than two thousand four hundred rupees per year?
The landlord shall give intimation of the vacancy in writing to the Director of Estates.
If the Government requires premises, what can it do after receiving a notice from the landlord?
The Director of Estates may serve a notice requiring the landlord to deliver possession of the premises forthwith.
What is the penalty for contravening sub-section (1) of section 45?
The penalty includes simple imprisonment up to three months, or a fine up to a sum exceeding the unlawful charge claimed or received by one thousand rupees, or both.
What is the maximum fine that can be imposed on a landlord who fails to comply with section 46?
The fine for failing to comply with section 46 may extend up to one hundred rupees.
Who are Controllers and additional Controllers deemed to be under the Indian Penal Code?
They are deemed to be public servants within the meaning of section 21 of the Indian Penal Code.
What is required for a court to take cognizance of an offence punishable under this Act?
The complaint regarding the offence must have been made within three months from the date of the commission of the offence.
What happens if both Houses agree that a rule should not be made?
The rule shall thereafter have effect only in such modified form or be of no effect.
What is the consequence if a modification or annulment of a rule occurs?
It shall be without prejudice to the validity of anything previously done under that rule.
Which act is repealed in so far as it applies to the Union territory of Delhi?
The Delhi and Ajmer Rent Control Act, 1952 (38 of 1952) is hereby repealed.
What must be done with suits and proceedings under the repealed Act that were pending at the commencement of this Act?
They shall be continued and disposed of in accordance with the provisions of the said Act, as if it had continued in force.
What must a court or other authority regard when fixing standard rent or for eviction from premises not covered by section 54?
The court or other authority shall have regard to the provisions of this Act.
What provision continues in force regarding appeals under the repealed Act?
The provisions for appeal under the said Act shall continue in force in respect of suits and proceedings disposed of thereunder.
What does 'basic rent' mean in relation to a premise let out before June 2, 1944?
It means the original rent of such premises increased by a specified percentage of the original rent.
What constitutes 'original rent' for a premise referred to in paragraph 1 of the Second Schedule?
It is the rent fixed under the New Delhi House Rent Control Order, 1939, or the Delhi Rent Control Ordinance, 1944.
What was the original rent if a premise was not let on November 1, 1939?
The original rent is the rent at which they were first let out at any time after that date but before June 2, 1944.
What percentage increase applies to basic rent if a residence premise's original rent per annum is not more than Rs. 300?
The basic rent shall be increased by 12-1/2 per cent. thereof.
What percentage increase applies to basic rent if the original rent per annum is more than Rs. 600 but not more than Rs. 1,200?
The basic rent shall be increased by 18-3/4 per cent. thereof.
What must the basic rent be if premises are let for a residence and incidentally for business or profession?
The basic rent shall be the mean of the rent calculated under paragraphs 3 and 4.
How long is the period given to appear before the Controller in an eviction application based on bona fide requirement?
The tenant must appear before the Controller within fifteen days of the service hereof.
What might happen if a tenant fails to obtain leave from the Controller within the specified period?
The applicant will be entitled at any time after the expiry of the said period of fifteen days to obtain an order for their eviction.
What is the Short Title of this Act?
The short title is The Parel Investments and Trading Private Limited and Domestic Gas Private Limited (Taking Over of Management) Repeal Act, 2005.
What was the purpose of proposing to acquire the undertakings of PITCL and DGPL?
The proposal aimed to secure the State's policy regarding securing principles specified in clause (b) of article 39 of the Constitution.
Who took over the management of the companies before the current repeal act?
The Central Government took over the management through the Parel Investments and Trading Private Limited and Domestic Gas Private Limited (Taking Over of Management) Act, 1979.
Who was appointed as the Custodian of the undertakings?
Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited was appointed as the Custodian of the said undertakings.
When were two separate Deeds of Assignment executed between PITCL and DGPL through the Custodian and the Central Government?
The two deeds of assignment were executed on April 2, 2004.
Where were the first set of Deeds of Assignment registered?
They were registered with the Sub-Registrar of Assurances at Mumbai on August 2, 2004.
What did the second set of Deeds of Assignment assign and transfer to Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited?
It assigned and transferred the undertakings and business of the companies along with their assets and properties to Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited.
When were the second set of Deeds of Assignment executed?
These deeds were also executed on April 2, 2004.
What was necessary after the acquisition of the companies' undertakings by the Central Government and then by Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited?
It became necessary to repeal the said Act and to revest the management of the said Companies.
What does Section 1 of this Act state regarding its title?
Section 1 states that the Act may be called the Parel Investments and Trading Private Limited and Domestic Gas Private Limited (Taking Over of Management) Repeal Act, 2005.
What is repealed by this Act?
The Parel Investments and Trading Private Limited and Domestic Gas Private Limited (Taking Over of Management) Act, 1979 (29 of 1979) is hereby repealed.
What happens to the management of PITCL and DGPL after this repeal?
The management shall be vested in the respective board of directors of the said Companies to be appointed after such repeal.
What is deemed to have been taken over by the companies through their boards if not acquired by the Central Government?
Business and assets other than those relating to liquefied petroleum gas that were not taken over by the Central Government shall be deemed to have been taken over.
What is the effect on actions taken under the repealed Act?
Anything done or action taken under the 1979 Act by the Central Government or the Custodian shall continue to be in force as if this Act had not been passed.
What is the Enactment Date of this Act?
The Enforcement Date is March 31, 2005.