Vidhi Codex

Bare Act

The Jammu and Kashmir Camping and Mooring Sites Act, 1947

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This Act manages camping and mooring sites in Pahalgam and surrounding areas by establishing rules for permits and usage. It applies to anyone wanting to set up tents or dock houseboats in these designated recreational areas. The law matters because it provides a framework to organize tourism, prevent overcrowding, ensure hygienic conditions, and generate revenue. Visitors must obtain permits from the Director and pay fees, while the government makes detailed rules about site classification, allotment conditions, and penalties for violations from Rs. 500 to Rs. 50 daily for continued offenses. Federal enforcement powers ensure compliance at all hours, protecting both visitors and the natural environment.

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  1. 1. Short title, extent and commencement.
  2. 2. Definitions.
  3. 3. Prohibition to occupy site without permit.
  4. 4. Production of permit.
  5. 5. Power to make rules.
  6. 6. Penalty.
  7. 7. Protection of acts under the Act.

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