Section 8

Offences to be cognizable and bailable.

The Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986

  • Act 60 of 1986
  • Ministry of Women and Child Development
About this Act

An Act to prohibit indecent representation of women through advertisements or in publications, writings, paintings, figures or in any other manner and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.

All sections
    (1) Notwithstanding anything contained in the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973 (2 of 1974), an offence punishable under this Act shall be bailable.
     (2) An offence punishable under this Act shall be cognizable.

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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