The Punjab Dramatic Performances Act, 1964
punjab · 1964
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Punjab Dramatic Performances Act, 1964
- S. 2Amended by the Adaptation of Punjab Laws Order, 1970
- S. 3The section allows the District Magistrate to prohibit any performance deemed objectionable after providing a hearing.
- S. 4The District Magistrate can prohibit performances likely to cause public disorder and extend the ban for up to four months.
- S. 5Section 5 allows orders to be served on those involved in or planning a prohibited performance via prescribed methods.
- S. 6Section 6 penalizes disobedience of orders under sections 3 or 4 with up to three months' imprisonment or a fine of up to ₹1,000.
- S. 7Section 7 penalizes those organizing or participating in prohibited performances or using public places for such events.
- S. 8Section 8 mandates District Magistrate to request details about a play for character assessment, with failure to comply treated as an offense.
- S. 9Section 9 empowers District Magistrates to ban objectionable performances and authorizes officers to inspect performances to ensure compliance.
- S. 10Section 10 allows aggrieved parties to appeal against certain orders to the State Government within 60 days.
- S. 11Section 11 allows prosecution under Indian Penal Code if no order is made under sections 3 or 4.
- S. 12Section 12 protects authorities and officers from legal actions for good faith actions under the Act.
- S. 13(1) The State Government may be notification make rules to carry out the purposes of this Act
- S. 14Repeal of Central Act XIX of 1876