Section 1 of The Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition — Short title, extent and commencement
Bare section text
Official Legislative Text
- (1)This Act may be called the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986.
- (2)It extends to the whole of India, except the State of Jammu and Kashmir.
- (3)It shall come into force on such date1 as the Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, appoint.
Educational Study Layer
Summary
- The official name of this law is the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986.
- It applies to the whole of India except for the State of Jammu and Kashmir.
- The Central Government decides the exact date when the law starts working by publishing a notice in the Official Gazette.
FAQ
1. What is the short title of this Act?
The Act may be called the Indecent Representation of Women (Prohibition) Act, 1986 according to Section 1.
2. Does this Act apply to all parts of India?
No, Section 1 states that it extends to the whole of India except the State of Jammu and Kashmir.
3. How do we know when the Act began to be enforced?
Section 1 says it comes into force on a date appointed by the Central Government via notification in the Official Gazette.
Practice Quiz
Q1.Under Section 1, where does this Act not apply?
Q2.How is the start date for this Act determined?