For the purpose of ensuring the rational utilisation of land and establishing equitable social relations, the law shall impose obligations and restrictions on the private ownership of land; set limitations on the size of land holdings depending on regions and agricultural zones; foster and enforce land reclamation, the conversion of latifundia and the reorganisation of farm units; provide assistance to small and medium-sized holdings. The law shall make provisions in favour of mountain areas.
Economic relations
Constitution of the Italian Republic
Article 44
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