Section 47 of The Punjab Laws Act, 1872 in hindi — Crossing of streams on buoys or skins

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Official Legislative Text

No person shall cross any river or stream on a buoy or inflated skin, nor shall have in his possession or custody any buoy or skin for the purpose of being used in crossing any river or stream, except 1* * * subject to rules to be from time to time, either generally or in any particular instance, prescribed by the State Government.

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Summary

It is generally illegal for anyone to cross a river or stream using a buoy or an inflated skin.
It is also illegal to even possess or keep a buoy or skin if the intention is to use it for crossing a river or stream.
The only way this is allowed is if the State Government has made specific rules permitting it.

Practical examples

1Ravi lives near a fast-flowing stream and decides to cross it using a large, inflated animal skin to save time. Unless the State Government has issued a rule allowing this specific activity in his area, Ravi is breaking the law.

2Police find a man walking towards the river carrying several large buoys. He admits he plans to use them to float across the water. Because he possesses them for the purpose of crossing, he is violating the provision, assuming no state exception applies.

FAQ

1. Can I use a buoy to cross a river?

No, no person shall cross any river or stream on a buoy or inflated skin, unless allowed by State Government rules.

2. Is it okay to just hold onto an inflated skin without actually crossing?

It is illegal to have a buoy or skin in your possession or custody if your purpose is to use it for crossing a river or stream.

3. Who can make exceptions to this rule?

The State Government can prescribe rules to allow exceptions, either generally or in particular instances.

Practice Quiz

Q1.Under Section 47 of The Punjab Laws Act, 1872, what specific objects are people prohibited from using to cross a stream?

Q2.Under Section 47 of The Punjab Laws Act, 1872, under what condition is the mere possession of a buoy illegal?

Q3.Under Section 47 of The Punjab Laws Act, 1872, who holds the power to create rules that act as exceptions to the ban on crossing streams with buoys?

Q4.Under Section 47 of The Punjab Laws Act, 1872, how broadly can the State Government apply its rules regarding the crossing of streams?

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