The Indian Arms Act, 1878, 11 of 1878 (Rep., Pun Act 15 of 1961)

Section 26. The Local Government may at any time order or cause to be seized any arms, ammunition or military st

Repealed or not in force · As amended up to 2026-08

26. The Local Government may at any time order or cause to be seized any arms, ammunition or military stores in the possession of any person, notwithstanding that such person is licensed to possess the same, and may detain the same for such time as it thinks necessary for the public safety. Power to exempt.

Source: India Code