The Child Marriage Restraint (Gujarat Amendment) Act, 1963
The Child Marriage Restraint (Gujarat Amendment) Act, 1963
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This law amends the Child Marriage Restraint Act to strengthen efforts against child marriage in Gujarat. It designates specific Child Marriage Prevention Officers who have the authority to prevent such marriages and can act like police officers to investigate and prosecute violations. By making these offenses cognizable, the state ensures stricter enforcement. The legislation also protects these officers from legal action if they act in good faith, encouraging them to take necessary steps to stop child marriages effectively.
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