Section 2

Definitions.

The Police-Forces (Restriction of Rights) Act, 1966

  • Act 33 of 1966
  • Ministry of Home Affairs
  • Department of Internal Security
About this Act

An Act to provide for the restriction of certain rights conferred by Part III of the Constitution in their application to the members of the Forces charged with the maintenance of public order so as to ensure the proper discharge of their duties and the maintenance of discipline among them.

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    In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—
         (a) "member of a police-force" means any person appointed or enrolled under any enactment specified in the Schedule;
         (b) "police-force" includes any force charged with the maintenance of public order;
         (c) "prescribed" means prescribed by rules made under this Act.

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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