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Section 7 of The Manoeuvres, Field Firing and Artillery Practice Act, 1938

If, within the area and during the period specified in a notification under sub-section (1) of section 2, any person--

(a)wilfully obstructs or interferes with the execution of the manoeuvres, or
(b)without due authority enters or remains in any camp, or
(c)without due authority interferes with any flag or mark or any apparatus used for the purposes of the manoeuvres, he shall be punishable with fine which may extend to ten rupees.

Summary

This section describes the illegal activities or offences related to military training exercises called manoeuvres.
The rules in this section only apply within the specific area and during the exact time period announced by the government under sub-section (1) of section 2.
It is an offence to intentionally block or interfere with the carrying out of these military exercises.
It is an offence to enter or stay in any military camp without proper permission.
It is an offence to interfere with any flag, mark, or equipment used for these exercises without proper permission.
Anyone who commits these acts can be punished with a fine of up to ten rupees.

Practical examples

1In April 1940, during authorised military manoeuvres, a local villager named Rajesh intentionally parks his wooden cart in the middle of a dirt road to block a military truck from passing. Since Rajesh is wilfully obstructing the execution of the manoeuvres, he can be fined up to ten rupees under this section.

2In October 1939, a curious young man named Amit slips past the security guards to enter a military camp set up for training. Because Amit entered and remained in the camp without proper authority, he has committed an offence and faces a fine of up to ten rupees.

FAQ

1. What is the maximum fine for committing an offence under this section?

The maximum fine is ten rupees.

2. Does this law apply to any military camp at any time of the year?

No, it only applies within the area and during the period specified in an official notification issued under sub-section (1) of section 2.

3. What happens if a person accidentally interferes with a military flag?

The section only punishes persons who act without due authority, and for obstruction, it must be done wilfully, meaning intentionally.

4. What kind of equipment is protected from interference under this section?

Any flag, mark, or apparatus used for the purposes of the manoeuvres is protected from unauthorized interference.

Test yourself

Q1.What is the maximum fine that a person can be forced to pay for an offence under Section 7?

Q2.Section 7 offences only apply within the area and during the period specified in a notification under which provision?

Q3.Which of the following acts is listed as an offence under Section 7?

Q4.What does the law say about entering a military camp under Section 7?

Q5.Which items are protected from unauthorized interference under Section 7(c)?

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