Central Act
The Indian Stamp Act, 1899
An Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to Stamps,
| Act number | 02 of 1899 |
|---|---|
| Enacted | 1899-01-27 |
| In force from | 1899-07-01 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Finance |
| Department | Department of Revenue |
| Sections | 97 |
| Schedules | 4 |
| Section text held | Registry entry; certified PDF held |
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Questions this page answers
When did the The Indian Stamp Act, 1899 come into force?
It came into force on 1899-07-01, having been enacted on 1899-01-27.
Which ministry administers it?
The Ministry of Finance (Department of Revenue).
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