The Maharashtra Land Revenue Code, 1966 is a comprehensive legislation that consolidates and governs land revenue administration in Maharashtra, replacing earlier fragmented land laws. Rooted in the historical Ryotwari and Permanent Settlement systems, the Code streamlines land ownership, revenue collection, and land-use regulations. It defines the rights and liabilities of landholders (occupants, government lessees, and tenants), outlines procedures for land assessment, survey, and record-keeping (e.g., 7/12 extracts), and regulates land transfers, partitions, and conversions. Key provisions include revenue recovery mechanisms, resumption of land for public purposes, and dispute resolution through revenue courts. The Code also addresses forest land, grazing grounds, and tribal land protections, ensuring structured land management while balancing state control and individual property rights.