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21. Reference of claims to District Court
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Uf, during the course of investigations, the
Commissioner of Title Settlement forms the opinion that, due to the disputed nature of the claims, it would be more, appropriate for the investigations to be carried out by the
District Court, the Commissioner of Title Settlement may refer such claims for investigation and determination to the District
Court having jurisdiction over the area where the land is situate.
land
Defined · s 75
“land” includes land covered with water, and any benefit arising out of any land, ail things attached to the earth or permanently fastened thereto;