In force · As amended up to 2026-08
2. Definitions. — In this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context, —
(a) " measurements "include finger-impressions and foot-point impressions;
(b) "P olice Officer " means an officer in charge of a police station, a police officer making an investigation under Chapter XIV of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898, or any other police officer not below the rank of Sub-Inspector; and
(c) " prescribed " means prescribed by rules made under this Act.
Source: India Code