Section 6

Proof of application of Convention.

The Geneva Conventions Act, 1960

  • Act 6 of 1960
  • Ministry of External Affairs
About this Act

An Act to enable effect to be given to certain international Conventions done at Geneva on the twelfth day of August, 1949, to which India is a party, and for purposes connected therewith.

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    If in any proceeding under this Chapter in respect of a grave breach of any of the Conventions a question arises under Article 2 of that Convention (which relates to the circumstances in which the Convention applies), a certificate under the hand of a Secretary to the Government of India certifying to any matter relevant to that question shall be conclusive evidence of the matter so certified.

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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