Section 42 of The Navy Act, 1957
1[42. Mutiny defined.--Mutiny means any assembly or combination of two or more persons subject to naval law, the Army Act, 1950 (40 of 1950), or the Air Force Act, 1950 (40 of 1950), or between persons two at least of whom, are subject to naval law or any such Act,--
- (a)to overthrow or resist lawful authority in the Navy, regular Army or Air Force or any part of any one or more of them or any forces co-operating therewith or any part thereof; or
- (b)to disobey such authority in such circumstances as to make the disobedience subversive of discipline or with the object of avoiding any duty or service against, or in connection with operations against, the enemy; or
- (c)to show contempt to such authority in such circumstances as to make such conduct subversive of discipline; or
- (d)to impede the performance of any duty or service in the Navy, regular Army or Air Force or any part of any one or more of them or any forces co-operating therewith or any part thereof.]
Summary
- Section 42 of The Navy Act, 1957, defines mutiny as an assembly or combination of two or more military persons acting against lawful authority.
- It requires at least two of the people involved to be subject to naval law, the Army Act of 1950, or the Air Force Act of 1950.
- Mutiny includes actions like overthrowing or resisting lawful authority in the armed forces.
- It also covers disobeying authority to avoid duty against an enemy, showing contempt for authority, or impeding military duties.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What exactly counts as mutiny under Section 42 of The Navy Act, 1957?
Under Section 42 of the Act, mutiny is when two or more people subject to military laws combine to resist authority, disobey orders, show contempt, or impede military duties.
2. Does mutiny under Section 42 of the Navy Act only apply to navy personnel?
No, it applies if at least two people involved are subject to naval law, the Army Act of 1950, or the Air Force Act of 1950.
3. According to Section 42 of the 1957 Navy law, can a single person commit mutiny?
No, the provision specifically requires an assembly or combination of two or more persons.
Test yourself
Q1.According to Section 42 of The Navy Act, 1957, what is the minimum number of people required to form a mutiny?
Q2.Under Section 42 of the 1957 Act, which of the following actions constitutes mutiny when done by a combination of covered persons?
Q3.Which other military laws are specifically mentioned in Section 42 of The Navy Act, 1957, when identifying who can be part of a mutiny?
Q4.Based on the definition in Section 42 of The Navy Act, 1957, what is a key objective that makes disobedience count as mutiny?