Central Act
The Armed Forces (Punjab and Chandigarh) Special Powers Act, 1983
An Act to enable certain special powers to be conferred upon members of the armed forces in the disturbed areas in the State of Punjab and the Union territory of Chandigarh.
| Act number | 34 of 1983 |
|---|---|
| Enacted | 1983-12-08 |
| In force from | 1983-10-15 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Department | Department of States |
| Sections | 8 |
| Section text held | Registry entry; certified PDF held |
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When did the The Armed Forces (Punjab and Chandigarh) Special Powers Act, 1983 come into force?
It came into force on 1983-10-15, having been enacted on 1983-12-08.
Which ministry administers it?
The Ministry of Home Affairs (Department of States).
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