Slum Areas (Improvement & Clearance) Act, 1956 alongwith Rules, 1957

This authoritative edition presents the complete and updated text of the Slum Areas (Improvement & Clearance) Act, 1956, together with the Rules of 1957, forming the core legal framework that governs the identification, improvement, clearance, and redevelopment of slum areas in India. The Act sets out procedures for declaring slum areas, assessing unfit habitations, and implementing improvement schemes, along with provisions for demolition, eviction, acquisition of property, and relocation of affected residents. The included Rules of 1957 detail the administrative processes, documentation guidelines, inspection protocols, and procedural requirements for executing improvement and clearance schemes. The book also highlights the responsibilities of municipal authorities, rights of occupants, notice requirements, appeal mechanisms, penalties, and government oversight provisions. Structured for easy reference with clear headings and indexing, this edition is an indispensable resource for urban development authorities, real-estate professionals, advocates, government officers, and students of urban policy and law. It provides practical clarity for those involved in planning, implementing, or reviewing slum redevelopment and clearance initiatives, making it a valuable guide for both field and academic use.