Repealed or not in force · As amended up to 2026-08
Chapter IV: .
PROCEEDINGS IN LUNACY IN PRESIDENCY-TOWNS. | Section 42: The attendance and examination of the alleged lunatic under the provisions of section 41 shall, if t
42. The attendance and examination of the alleged lunatic under the provisions of section 41 shall, if the alleged lunatic be a woman who, according to the manners and customs of the country, ought not to be compelled to appear in public, be regulated by the law and practice for the examination of such persons in other civil cases.
Power to direct District Court to make inquisition in certain cases.
Source: India Code