In force · As amended up to 2026-08
1. Extended to and brought into force in Dadar and Nagar Haveli (w.e.f. 1.7.65) by Reg. 6 of 1963, s. 2 & Sch. I. Extended to Goa, Daman and Diu by Reg. 11 of 1963, s. 3 & sch. (w.e.f. 1-2-1965) Extended to the Union territory of Pondicherry by Act 26 of 1968, s.3 and Schedule. 2. 1st April, 1956, vide Notification No. S.R. O. 766, dated 31st March, 1956, Gazette of India, Extraordinary, Part II, sec. 3,
2. Ins. by A. O. (No. 3), 1956.
Source: India Code