Section 170 of The Navy Act, 1957
The functions of the Judge Advocate General of the Navy shall in his absence on leave or otherwise, be performed by such one of the judge advocates in his department as may be designated in this behalf by the Chief of the Naval Staff.
Summary
- This section provides a backup plan for when the Judge Advocate General of the Navy is absent.
- The functions are taken over by one of the judge advocates in the same department.
- The Chief of the Naval Staff is responsible for designating this replacement.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who takes over if the Judge Advocate General is away under Section 170 of The Navy Act 1957?
Under Section 170 of The Navy Act 1957, a judge advocate from the same department performs the functions.
2. Who chooses the temporary replacement under Section 170 of the naval law?
Section 170 of the naval law gives the Chief of the Naval Staff the power to designate the replacement.
3. Does Section 170 of the 1957 Act only apply to sick leave?
No, Section 170 of the 1957 Act applies when the Judge Advocate General is absent on leave or otherwise.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 170 of The Navy Act 1957, who takes over the functions of the Judge Advocate General during their absence?
Q2.Who designates the replacement officer under Section 170 of the naval law?
Q3.What types of absences are covered by Section 170 of The Navy Act 1957?
Q4.According to Section 170 of the 1957 defence law, where must the replacement officer currently work?