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The Tamil Nadu Dramatic Performances Act, 1954

tamil-nadu · 1954

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  • S. 1Section 1 updates references from "Madras" to "Tamil Nadu" in the law.
  • S. 2For Statement of Objects and Reasons, see Fort St
  • S. 5Section 5 outlines the service of prohibition orders and penalties for disobedience under the Tamil Nadu Dramatic Performances Act, 1954.
  • S. 7Section 7 penalizes individuals organizing or participating in prohibited performances or using public places for such acts.
  • S. 8(1) For tlie purpose of ascertaining the chaiacter of Power to any intended play, pantomime or other drama,
  • S. 9Section 9 allows state authorities to ban public dramatic performances if not pre-notified, with penalties for disobedience.
  • S. 10(1) Any person aggrieved by an order under section
  • S. 11Section 11 allows prosecution under other laws if an order under sections 3 or 4 is made.
  • S. 12Section 12 protects authorities and officers from legal actions for good faith actions under the Act.
  • S. 14Tllc D r a ~ l ~ a t j ~ ~ Performances Act, 1 476 (Central Cenfr:l-qcr ,-< ! f q < l --
  • S. 19541,
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