Discuss the problems associated with the issue of land distribution in Andhra Pradesh State.
In short
Land distribution in Andhra Pradesh suffers from caste-based inequities, dilution of assigned land protections, corrupt and weak land administration, and displacement without adequate rehabilitation. The 2023 amendment to the Assigned Lands (Prohibition of Transfers) Act eased transfers of Dalit assigned lands, prompting allegations of insider acquisition.
Model answer
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Historical Caste Inequities
Despite land reforms distributing 50 lakh acres, upper-caste dominance persists, marginalizing Dalits and Adivasis.
Legal Amendments Undermining Assigned Lands
The 2023 amendment to the Andhra Pradesh Assigned Lands (Prohibition of Transfers) Act relaxed protections, enabling corruption and insider trading against Dalit assignees.
Corruption and Revenue Loss
Andhra Pradesh CAG Audit (2021-22) reported ₹1,806 crore2 revenue loss in tax and land departments, reflecting systemic inefficiencies.
Displacement and Rehabilitation
The Polavaram Project displaced over one lakh families, but only 11% of Project Displaced Families have been rehabilitated, indicating poor resettlement.
State Reorganisation and Capital Development
Post-2014 bifurcation, Amaravati land pooling faced insider trading allegations, exposing governance gaps.
Social Welfare and Assigned Lands
Attempts to convert assigned lands to freehold without National Commission for Scheduled Castes’ consultation raise constitutional concerns.
Regional Disparities
Coastal districts like Visakhapatnam face industrial land pressures, while Rayalaseema struggles with fragmented holdings and low productivity.
Economic Consequences
Land insecurity fuels distress sales and migration, undermining goals like Swarna Andhra Vision 20473.
Legal Safeguards
Reinstate strict transfer prohibitions on assigned lands with constitutional compliance.
Transparency
Use digital land records and grievance redressal to curb corruption, inspired by Andhra Pradesh’s e-Seva platform.
Equitable Land Use
Formulate region-specific policies addressing coastal and drought-prone areas.
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