In force · As amended up to 2026-08
44. Jurisdiction of courts .—No court inferior to that of a Presidency Magistrate or a Magistrate of the First Class shall try any offence punishable under this Act.
1. Subs. by Act 18 of 2023, s. 2 and Sch. for certain words (w.e.f. 9-8-2024).
2. Ins. by s. 2 and Sch., ibid . (w.e.f. 9-8-2024).
Source: India Code