Eviction Order under Senior Citizens Act in India

1. What is the Senior Citizens Act
2. The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007 provides legal protection to elderly persons
   b. Ensures senior citizens can claim maintenance and secure peaceful possession of property
   c. Recognizes the right of parents and senior citizens to live without harassment from children or relatives
3. Legal Basis for Eviction Order
4. Section 22 of the Act empowers state governments to appoint tribunals for resolving complaints
   b. Rule 23 of Model Rules, 2009 authorizes tribunals to order eviction of abusive children or relatives
   c. Presiding Magistrates or Maintenance Tribunals act quickly to protect life and property of senior citizens
5. Who Can Seek Eviction under the Act
6. Parents abandoned or harassed by children
   b. Senior citizens deprived of property or residence rights
   c. Elders facing threats, abuse, or illegal occupation of their property
7. Process of Eviction Order by Presiding Magistrate
8. Senior citizen files a complaint before the Maintenance Tribunal
   b. Notice issued to the children or relatives against whom complaint is made
   c. Hearing conducted by the Presiding Magistrate to evaluate evidence
   d. Tribunal passes an order for maintenance or eviction depending on circumstances
   e. Eviction order enforced by district administration or police to secure property
9. Role of a Lawyer in Eviction Orders under the Act
10. Assists senior citizens in filing complaint applications before tribunals
    b. Prepares affidavits and documentary evidence of ownership or occupation
    c. Represents senior citizens during hearings before Presiding Magistrate
    d. Ensures eviction order is executed without delay through coordination with authorities
    e. Provides guidance for appeals in case of non-compliance by children or relatives