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Seating:- (i) The seating in the building shall be arranged so that there is free access to exits. [ [(Explanation 1)]. - The seats in each alternate row shall be staggered in a manner that the line or vision is not obstructed and that the angle of vision does not exceed 35 degree.] [(Explanation 2.) - The step of the floor of the auditorium shall have average gradient of 1" in 18" except in case of cinemas built before 1st February, 1958.] [(Explanation 3.) - In the case of cinemas with dual inclined slopes in the floors of the auditorium, the rear stop shall be 1" in 18" while the front incline shall be 1" in 24.] (iii) The rows of seats shall be so arranged that there is a clear space of not less than 12" between the back of one seat and the foremost portion of the seat arm or frame behind, measured between perpendiculars. ____________________________ *See Hr. Govt. Notification published in Hr.Govt. Gaz Legislative Supplement Part III , dated 24-3-