Q: 2: Lambardar plays a very important role in Revenue Administration.
1) Introduction
Under the Land Revenue Administrative system, the Lambardar of a village is a title given to a person who holds an influential position within a village by the district collector officer. He is the representative of the people of an estate and acts as a bridge between the government and public. Lambardar is under an obligation to collect the revenue from the landlords of his village and provide facility to the landlords of his village. In every village the government designates a Lambardar to administer the revenue affairs.
2) Relevant Provision
Section 36 of the Land Revenue Act 1967 deals with the duties of the Lambardar.
3) Definition of Lambardar
Village officer or a Lambardar is a person who is appointed by the EDO of Board of Revenue to collect revenue (Taxes, duties) on the behalf of government from the landlords of his village is called Lambardar.
4) Classification of village officer
Following are the classifications of village officers of Board of revenue.
1Village officer or Lambardar
4Zabits.
2Patwris.
5Kotars.
3Kanugoes
6Arbabs
5)Qualification of Lambardar
Following are the qualifications of Lambardar.
1. He must be literate.
2. Permanent resident of the estate.
3. Must not be convicted for offence.
4. He must be sound mind.
5. Must not be involved in antisocial activities.
6. Good moral behavior in public
7. Must be physically fit.
8. He must have a good reputation in his village.
6)Grounds for Appointment of Lambardar
1. Hereditary claim:
If the candidate has a hereditary claim to the position, it means that the position of Lambardar has been traditionally held within their family.
2. Extent of property in the estate:
A candidate with significant property holdings in the area may have given priority.
3. Services provided to the government by the candidate or their family:
If the candidate or their family has a history of providing valuable services to the government or local administration, it may be seen as a positive attribute and the candidate will be given priority.
4. Personal influence, character, ability, and freedom from indebtedness:
The candidate's personal qualities such as influence, character, and abilities will be taken into account. It is essential that the Lambardar has the respect and support of the local community to effectively carry out their responsibilities.
5. Ability to undergo training in civil defense:
The preference will be given to candidate who has the Ability to undergo the training of civil defense because if the village or area they will represent is situated along the border. This training would enable them to handle emergency situations and ensure the safety of the community.
7) Duties of Lambardar
i. Collection of revenue tax
Lambardar collects land revenue from the landlords of his village according to the rates defined by the Land Revenue Act 1967. As well as collecting others amounts recoverable.
ii. Collection of rent
If land of government of the Punjab has been given on rent, in this case Lambardar collects the amount of rent from the landlords of his village according to the rates defined by the Land Revenue Act 1967.
iv. Protection of Government Properties
It is the duty of Lambardar to protect the property of the Government of the Punjab and take care of such property from illegal use of it.
v. Issuance of receipt
If any landlord pays his taxes, duties imposed on him by the Land Revenue Act 1967, in this case, it is the duty of Lambardar to issue a copy of receipt to the landlord for acknowledgement of payment.
vi. To obey the orders of Revenue officers.
It is the duty of Lambardar to obey the legal orders of all the revenue officers of the district for smooth official operations which are made to collect revenue or for other official purposes.
vii. Provision of Assistance to Revenue Officers
It is the duty of Lambardar to provide assistance to all the revenue officers of the district if assistance is needed at any time to execute the policies of the department.
viii. Provision of Assistance to Government Officer
It is the duty of the Lambardar to provide assistance to all the government officers of the district if assistance is needed by them to execute government order within the village area.
x. Report of Encroachment of infrastructure
It is the duty of Lambardar to report to the government of the Punjab regarding encroachment on the roads, streets, and public places, made by the villagers.
xi. Report of Death of landlords
It is the duty of Lambardar to report to the Government of the Punjab regarding death of any landlord of his village.
xii. Report of Epidemic Diseases
It is the duty of Lambardar to report to the Government of the Punjab regarding any Epidemic disease which is spreading in his village to prevent the peoples of his village from such disease.
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