Section 44 of The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999
44. [Penalty for falsification of entries in the register.]--- Omitted by The Jan Vishwas (amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023 (18 of 2023), s. 2 and Schedule (w.e.f. 1-8-2024).
Summary
- Section 44 used to cover the punishment for putting fake information into the official register.
- This section was deleted from the law by the Jan Vishwas Act of 2023.
- It no longer contains any rules or penalties for the public or officials.
- The removal of this section took effect in August 2024.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Is Section 44 of The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 still active?
No, Section 44 of the Act was omitted by the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2023.
2. What was the focus of Section 44 of the Geographical Indications Act before omission?
Section 44 of the Act dealt with penalties for the falsification of entries in the official register.
3. On what date did Section 44 of the 1999 Act stop being law?
Section 44 of the Act was omitted with effect from August 1, 2024.
Test yourself
Q1.Under The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999, which section was omitted along with Section 43 in 2023?
Q2.What does omitted mean for Section 44 of the Geographical Indications Act?
Q3.According to the source, when did the omission of Section 44 of the 1999 Act take effect?
Q4.Was Section 44 of the Geographical Indications Act omitted by The Tribunals Reforms Act, 2021?