Section 40(5)(b) in Tamil Nadu Inam Estates (Abolition and Conversion into Ryotwari) Act, 1963
(b)For the purpose of securing-(i)that the amount of compensation payable to the maintenance-holders does not exceed the limit specified in sub-section (4); and(ii)that the same is apportioned among them on an equitable basis, the Tribunal shall have power, wherever necessary, to reopen any arrangement already made in respect of maintenance, whether by a decree or order of a Court, award, or other instrument in writing, or contract or family arrangement.