Central
Section 1 of The Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947
- (1)This Act may be called the Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947. 1[(2) It extends to the whole of India 2***.]
- (3)It shall come into force at once.
Summary
- The legal name for this law is the Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947.
- This law applies to the entire territory of India.
- The law started working immediately as soon as it was passed.
Practical examples
1On January 5, 1948, a nursing school in Mumbai wants to know if they must follow this law. Since Mumbai is in India, Section 1 confirms the law applies to them.
2A health official in 1947 asks when the Council can start its work. Section 1 says the Act is in force at once, so they do not have to wait for a future date.
FAQ
1. What is the official title of this law?
It is called the Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947.
2. Does this law only apply to certain parts of India?
No, it extends to the whole of India.
3. When did this law actually start being a law?
It came into force at once.
Test yourself
Q1.What is the short title of the law according to Section 1 of The Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947?
Q2.Under Section 1 of The Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947, which geographical area is covered by this law?
Q3.According to Section 1 of The Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947, when does the Act come into force?
Q4.In Section 1 of The Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947, what does it mean that the Act "extends" to an area?
Q5.If a new state is added to India, does Section 1 of The Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947, allow the law to apply there?