Central Act

The Atomic Energy Act, 1962

An Act to provide for the development, control and use of atomic energy for the welfare of the people of India and for other peaceful purposes and for matters connected therewith.

Act number33 of 1962
Enacted1962-09-15
In force from1962-09-21
DepartmentDepartment of Atomic Energy
Sections33
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When did the The Atomic Energy Act, 1962 come into force?

It came into force on 1962-09-21, having been enacted on 1962-09-15.

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