Central Act
The Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897
An Act to provide for the better prevention of the spread of Dangerous Epidemic Diseases.
| Act number | 03 of 1897 |
|---|---|
| Enacted | 1897-02-04 |
| In force from | 1897-02-04 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Health and Family Welfare |
| Department | Department of Health and Family Welfare |
| Sections | 12 |
| Section text held | Registry entry; certified PDF held |
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Questions this page answers
When did the The Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 come into force?
It came into force on 1897-02-04, having been enacted on 1897-02-04.
Which ministry administers it?
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (Department of Health and Family Welfare).
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