Central Act
The Pensions Act, 1871
An Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to pensions and grants by Government of money or land-revenue.
| Act number | 23 of 1871 |
|---|---|
| Enacted | 1871-08-18 |
| In force from | 1871-08-18 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions |
| Department | Department of Pensions and Pensioners Welfare |
| Sections | 18 |
| Schedules | 2 |
| Section text held | Registry entry; certified PDF held |
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- The Right to Information Act, 2005
- The Central Vigilance Commission Act, 2003
- The Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988
- The Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985
- The Former Secretary of State Service Officers (Conditions of Service) Act, 1972
- The All-India Services Act, 1951
Questions this page answers
When did the The Pensions Act, 1871 come into force?
It came into force on 1871-08-18, having been enacted on 1871-08-18.
Which ministry administers it?
The Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions (Department of Pensions and Pensioners Welfare).
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