Central Act

The National Service Act, 1972

An Act to provide for the registration of qualified persons and for the rendering of national service by such persons and for matters connected therewith.

Act number28 of 1972
Enacted1972-06-09
In force from1973-06-01
MinistryMinistry of Youth Affairs and Sports
DepartmentDepartment of Youth Affairs
Sections38
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When did the The National Service Act, 1972 come into force?

It came into force on 1973-06-01, having been enacted on 1972-06-09.

Which ministry administers it?

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (Department of Youth Affairs).

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