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J&K government to issue Revenue Records in simple language, Archaic terminology replaced

In a recent developmental step by Jammu and Kashmir government revenue records will be issued in simple and understandable languages. In an attempt to make Revenue records more easy to understand and transparent this move has been taken. Also, department is moving towards digitization and e-office implementation, detailed instructions have been issued for preparation and issuance of Revenue Records in simple languages (English, Hindi and Urdu) from now onwards.

Commissioner Secretary Revenue has mentioned in the circular mentioned that the reports which the Patwaris, Girdawars or in some cases Naib Tehsildars record officially must be readable and in simple language (English, Urdu and Hindi) with no resort to complex archaic terminology and this will apply to the reporting of all sorts including issuance of certificates, issuance of revenue records or copies, issuance of revenue extracts, mutations, recording summary of statements, proceedings on sport, court proceedings and updation of revenue records.

“Deputy Commissioners can also consider demarcation through modern technology by empanelled agencies with Municipality and Development Authorities which shall be verified and signed by the Revenue officials”, the order said,

This move would bring transparency and efficiency in the system and reduce the chances of fraud and corruption, reportedly.