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The order of confiscation under sub-section (2) of section 46 or section 46B shall not prevent from initiation of criminal proceedings against the accused under this Act. The result of criminal proceedings either acquittal or conviction or otherwise under the provisions of this Act, will Issue of show cause notice. Order of confiscation in the absence of offender. Appeal. Order of confiscation not to interfere with other punishments. [Act No. 17 of 1968] 43 have no bearing on the order of confiscation passed under this Act.