Question

Write the meaning of the land ceiling and mention its purpose.

Answer 1

Landing ceiling means the maximum size of land holdings an individual/family can own. The land over and above the ceiling limit is called surplus land. The main purposes of land ceiling are:

1. To minimize the inequalities of income, status, facilities and opportunities.

2. To ensure that the operation of economic system does not result in the concentration of wealth.

3. To give right to adequate means of livelihood for all citizens.