Central Act
The Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act, 1984
An Act to provide for prevention of damage to public property and for matters connected therewith.
| Act number | 03 of 1984 |
|---|---|
| Enacted | 1984-03-16 |
| In force from | 1984-01-28 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Home Affairs |
| Department | Department of Internal Security |
| Sections | 7 |
| Section text held | Registry entry; certified PDF held |
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Questions this page answers
When did the The Prevention of Damage to Public Property Act, 1984 come into force?
It came into force on 1984-01-28, having been enacted on 1984-03-16.
Which ministry administers it?
The Ministry of Home Affairs (Department of Internal Security).
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