Section 8

Restrictions on entry into diplomatic premises.

The Diplomatic Relations (Vienna Convention) Act, 1972

  • Act 43 of 1972
  • Ministry of External Affairs
About this Act

An Act to give effect to the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, 1961 and to provide for matters connected therewith.

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    No public servant or agent of the Central Government, a State Government or any public authority shall enter the premises of a diplomatic mission for the purpose of serving legal process, except with the consent of the head of the mission. Such consent may be obtained through the Ministry of External Affairs of the Government of India.

Source: India Code (Legislative Department, Govt. of India). Check the official Gazette before relying on it in court. Not legal advice. Free legal aid: 15100 (NALSA) · Know your rights

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