Himachal Pradesh Preservation of Forests and Maintenance of Supplies of Forest Based Essential Commodities Act
The Himachal Pradesh Preservation of Forests and Maintenance of Supplies of Forest Based Essential Commodities Act, 1984
This Act empowers the State Government of Himachal Pradesh to detain individuals who act in ways that harm forest conservation or disrupt the supply of essential forest-based goods. It specifically targets people who commit or abet offenses related to forest produce, illegal trade, or actions that undermine laws protecting these resources. By exercising this detention power, the government aims to preserve forests and ensure vital commodities remain available to the community. The law is designed to prevent disruptive activities that threaten the region's ecological balance and the availability of supplies for local residents.
- 0. Preamble
- 1. Short title, extent and commencement
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Power to make orders detaining certain persons
- 4. Execution of detention orders
- 5. Powers to regulate place and conditions of detention
- 6. Detention orders not to be invalid or inoperative on certain grounds
- 7. Powers in relation to absconding persons
- 8. Grounds of order of detention to be disclosed to persons affected by the orders
- 9. Constitution of Advisory Board
- 10. Reference to Advisory Board
- 11. Procedure of Advisory Board
- 12. Action upon the report of Advisory Board
- 13. Maximum period of detention
- 14. Revocation of detention orders
- 15. Temporary release of persons detained
- 16. Protection of action taken in good faith
- 17. Repeal and savings
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