Central Act
The Works of Defence Act, 1903
An Act to provide for imposing restrictions upon the use and enjoyment of land in the vicinity of works of defence in order that such land may be kept free from buildings and other obstructions, and for determining the amount of compensation to be made on account of such imposition.
| Act number | 07 of 1903 |
|---|---|
| Enacted | 1903-03-20 |
| In force from | 1903-03-20 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Defence |
| Department | Department of Defence |
| Sections | 47 |
| Section text held | Registry entry; certified PDF held |
Other Acts of the Ministry of Defence
- The Inter-Services Organisations (Command, Control and Discipline) Act, 2023
- The Armed Forces Tribunal Act, 2007
- The Cantonments Act, 2006
- The Coast Guard Act, 1978
- The Naval and Aircraft Prize Act, 1971
- The Cantonments (Extension of Rent Control Laws) Act, 1957
- The Navy Act, 1957
- The Lok Sahayak Sena Act, 1956
Questions this page answers
When did the The Works of Defence Act, 1903 come into force?
It came into force on 1903-03-20, having been enacted on 1903-03-20.
Which ministry administers it?
The Ministry of Defence (Department of Defence).
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