Central Act

The Public Gambling Act, 1867

An Act to provide for the punishment of public gambling and the keeping of common gaming house in the United Provinces, East Punjab, Delhi1(and the Central Provinces).

Act number03 of 1867
Enacted1867-01-25
In force from1867-01-25
MinistryMinistry of Home Affairs
DepartmentDepartment of Internal Security
Sections18
Section text heldRegistry entry; certified PDF held

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When did the The Public Gambling Act, 1867 come into force?

It came into force on 1867-01-25, having been enacted on 1867-01-25.

Which ministry administers it?

The Ministry of Home Affairs (Department of Internal Security).

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