Definitions

Definitions. In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—

1. (a) "dedication" means the performance of any act or ceremony by whatever name called, by which a woman is dedicated to the service of a Hindu diety, Idol, object of worship, temple or other religious institution or place of worship and includes tying "thali" with "jeela-karra" to a woman or tying a woman by a garland to a Garuda Kambham, dhaarana and deeksha;
2. (b) "Devadasi" means any woman so dedicated by whatever name called and includes Basavi, Jogini, Parvathi, Mathamma and Thyamma;
3. (c) "Government" means the State Government;
4. (d) "notification" means a notification published in the Andhra Pradesh Gazette and the word "notified" shall be construed accordingly.
5. (e) "Woman" means female of any age.