Section 12 of THE ARMS ACT, 1959
Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette,--
- (a)direct that no person shall transport over India or any
| part thereof | arms or | ammunition of | such classes | and | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| descriptions as may be specified in | the notification | ||||
| unless he | holds in | this behalf | a licence | issued | in |
| accordance with the provisions of this | Act | and | the |
rules made there-under; or
- (b)prohibit such transport altogether.
- (2)Arms or ammunition trans-shipped at a seaport or an airport in India are transported within the meaning of this section. CHAP PROVISIONS RELATING TO LICENCES
FAQ
1. How can the Central Government restrict the movement of weapons under Section 12 of the Arms Act, 1959?
Under Section 12 of the Arms Act, 1959, the Central Government can publish a notification in the Official Gazette, which is an official government journal, to either require a licence for moving specific types of arms or ammunition across India, or completely ban their transport.
2. Does the restriction on transporting arms apply to weapons being transferred at ports under Section 12 of the 1959 Arms Act?
Yes, under Section 12 of the 1959 Arms Act, any arms or ammunition that are trans-shipped, which means transferred from one ship or plane to another, at a seaport or airport in India are considered transported under the law and must follow these rules.
3. What is the process for the government to ban weapons transport under Section 12 of the national arms legislation?
Under Section 12 of the national arms legislation, the Central Government must issue an official notification in the Official Gazette, which is the public newspaper of the government, to state which classes and descriptions of weapons are restricted or banned from transport.