Mines and Minerals Act, 1931

Right of audience at certain inquiries.

32.—At an inquiry held by the Board under Part IV or Part V of this Act into an application under either of the said Parts, the following persons shall be entitled to be heard and adduce evidence, that is to say:—

(a) the applicant, or applicants;

(b) any person claiming to have any estate or interest in any minerals the subject of such application;

(c) any other person whom the Board is satisfied would be substantially affected by the grant of such application;

(d) the Minister.