BELLEZA, JAZMIN SHANE B.

Land Administration and Management 01/25/24

BSGE 3B

Activity 1

I. Land and Land Administration

Land refers to the solid surface of the Earth, including soil, minerals, water, and any
natural features. It's a fundamental and finite resource. It is commonly referred to as "Real
Estate". Lands are administered crucially to provide foundation for a well-functioning society
by ensuring secure land tenure, transparent property rights, and effective management of land
resources. Land Administration involves the procedures of identifying, documenting, and
distributing information pertaining to land ownership, value, and usage, along with its
associated resources. This encompasses activities such as determining land rights and other
characteristics, conducting surveys and descriptions, documenting these details meticulously, and
supplying pertinent information to facilitate land markets.

Land is an essential and finite resource that serves a fundamental purpose in

sustaining human life and the environment. Being both valuable and limited, it emphasizes the
necessity for responsible land utilization, effective conservation practices, and the formulation of
policies that strike a balance between human needs and environmental sustainability. Due to this,
Cadastres and Land Registration plays an important role in ensuring these requirements. Every
land administration system should include some form of land registration, which is a process
for recording, and in some countries guaranteeing, information about the ownership of land.
A robust land administration system is essential for establishing order and stability in society. It
should ensure security not only for landowners and their associates but also for national and
international investors, lenders, traders, dealers, and governments. While land registration
systems often focus on safeguarding individual landowner interests, they simultaneously serve as
instruments for national land policy and mechanisms to promote economic development. As we
generally give lands importance, its resources should also be put to good effect. Land
management encompasses a variety of practices, policies, and strategies with the goal of
ensuring sustainable and balanced utilization of land to meet the requirements of society, the
economy, and the environment. Land management entails a diverse set of activities designed to
maximize land use efficiency while mitigating adverse effects.

A proficient land administration system offers numerous advantages that enhance

the overall progress, stability, and sustainability of societies. One of the paramount benefits is
the creation and assurance of secure land rights, affording individuals and communities legal
acknowledgment and safeguarding their property interests. Essentially, this minimizes land
disputes and conflicts, fostering peace and harmony in society. Well-maintained land records
additionally enhance the efficiency of collecting land and property taxes. Furthermore, it
contributes to the enhancement of urban planning and infrastructure development. Notably,
effective land administration guarantees the protection and security of state lands.