Central Act

The Delhi High Court Act, 1966

An Act to provide for the constitution of a High Court for the Union territory of Delhi, for the extension of the jurisdiction of that High Court to the Union territory of Himachal Pradesh and for matters connected therewith.

Act number26 of 1966
Enacted1966-09-05
In force from1967-05-01
MinistryMinistry of Law and Justice
DepartmentDepartment of Justice
Sections22
Schedules2
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When did the The Delhi High Court Act, 1966 come into force?

It came into force on 1967-05-01, having been enacted on 1966-09-05.

Which ministry administers it?

The Ministry of Law and Justice (Department of Justice).

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