Central Act

The Armed Forces (Emergency Duties) Act, 1947

An Act to enable duties in connection with vital services to be imposed in an emergency on an Armed Forces.

Act number15 of 1947
Enacted1947-03-20
In force from1947-03-20
MinistryMinistry of Defence
DepartmentDepartment of Military Affairs
Sections3
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When did the The Armed Forces (Emergency Duties) Act, 1947 come into force?

It came into force on 1947-03-20, having been enacted on 1947-03-20.

Which ministry administers it?

The Ministry of Defence (Department of Military Affairs).

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