Central Act

The Destructive Insects and Pests Act, 1914

An act to prevent the introduction into India and the transport from one State to another of any insect, fungus or other pest, which is or may be destructive to crops.

Act number02 of 1914
Enacted1914-02-03
In force from1914-02-03
MinistryMinistry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
DepartmentDepartment of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare
Sections11
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When did the The Destructive Insects and Pests Act, 1914 come into force?

It came into force on 1914-02-03, having been enacted on 1914-02-03.

Which ministry administers it?

The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (Department of Agriculture, Cooperation and Farmers Welfare).

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