Section 21

Using unauthorised telegraphs.

The Indian Telegraph Act, 1885

  • Act 13 of 1885
  • Ministry of Communications
  • Department of Telecommunications
About this Act

An Act to amend the law relating to Telegraphs in India.

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    If any person, knowing or having, reason to believe that a telegraph has been established or is maintained or worked, in contravention of this Act, transmits or receives any message by such telegraph, or performs any service incidental thereto, or delivers any message for transmission by such telegraph or accepts delivery of any message sent thereby, he shall be punished with fine which may extend to fifty rupees.

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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