Section 37

Magistrate to enforce the terms of the Act.

The Works of Defence Act, 1903

  • Act 7 of 1903
  • Ministry of Defence
  • Department of Defence
About this Act

An Act to provide for imposing restrictions upon the use and enjoyment of land in the vicinity of works of defence in order that such land may be kept free from buildings and other obstructions, and for determining the amount of compensation to be made on account of such imposition.

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    If the Collector or officer authorised under section 6 is opposed or impeded in doing anything directed or permitted by this Act, he shall, if a Magistrate, enforce compliance, and, if not a Magistrate, he shall apply to a Magistrate 1[or (within any area for which a Commissioner of Police] has been appointed) to the Commissioner of Police and such Magistrate or Commissioner (as the case may be) shall enforce compliance.

Notes

1. Subs. by Act 50 of 1974, s. 3, for certain words

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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