2. Interpretation clause.

2. Interpretation Clause.—To this Act unless there be something repugnant in the subject or context, the expression "Kuth" includes the root, stem, leaves, flower and all other parts of the Kuth plant (Sassurea Lappa) also all substances manufactured therefrom, and all preparations or admixtures containing Kuth or substances manufactured therefrom; "export" means to take out of the Jammu and Kashmir State territories to any place outside such territories; "transport" means to remove Kuth from one place to another within the territories of the Jammu and Kashmir State;

"Magistrate" means any person invested with Magisterial powers under the Code of Criminal Procedure and includes any official or other person specially empowered by 2[the Government] to try cases under this Act;