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The purpose of this Act is to regulate provisions regarding transfer of lands to individuals in order to make efficient use of water and fertile soil, as well as leading the country to self-sufficiency. In particular, it should be noted that rights of the people on fruitful lands should be respected. Exploitation of the natural woods and forests are exclusive rights of the Government. The Government may assign abandoned lands to individuals for agricultural purpose. Indigenous people and persons with knowledge in agriculture are considered as a priority. The Act consists of 26 articles, subdivided in 6 Chapters: Definitions (I); Fruitful Lands (II); National Natural Resources (III); Transferable Lands (IV); Transfer Arrangements and Conditions (V); Miscellaneous Provisions (VI).

Implemented by: Regulation of the Law on Assignment and Reclamation of Lands in Islamic Republic of Iran. (1980-05-21)
Amended by: Amendment of the Law on Assignment and Reclamation of Lands in the Islamic Republic of Iran. (1908-02-27)

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