Section 2

Definitions.

The State Emblem of India (Prohibition of Improper Use) Act, 2005

  • Act 50 of 2005
  • Ministry of Home Affairs
  • Department of States
About this Act

An Act to prohibit the improper use of State Emblem of India for professional and commercial purpose and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.

All sections
    In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,--
         (a) "competent authority" means any authority competent under any law for the time being in force to register any company, firm, other body of persons or any trade mark or design or to grant a patent;
         (b) "emblem" means the State Emblem of India as described and specified in the Schedule to be used as an official seal of the Government.

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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