Central Act
The Census Act, 1948
An Act to provide for certain matters in connection with the taking of census.
| Act number | 37 of 1948 |
|---|---|
| Enacted | 1948-09-03 |
| In force from | 1948-09-03 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Department | Department of Home |
| Sections | 32 |
| Section text held | Registry entry; certified PDF held |
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Questions this page answers
When did the The Census Act, 1948 come into force?
It came into force on 1948-09-03, having been enacted on 1948-09-03.
Which ministry administers it?
The Ministry of Home Affairs (Department of Home).
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