In force · As amended up to 2026-08
1. The Act has been extended to and brought into force in Dadra and Nagar Haveli by Reg. 6 of 1963. s. 2 and the First Schedule (w.e.f. 1-7-1965): Lakshadweep by Reg. 8 of 1965. s. 3 and the Schedule (w.e.f. 1-10-1967) and to Pondicherry by Reg. 7 of 1963, s. 3 and the First Schedule ( w.e.f. 1-10-1963).
2. Subs. by the A.O. 1950, for "Her Majesty's".
Source: India Code