Power to declare certain publications forfeited and to issue search warrants for the same

(1) Where any newspaper or book as defined in the Press and Registration of Books Act, 1867 (25 of 1867), or any other document, wherever printed, appears to the State Government to contain any matter the publication of which is

grounds of its opinion, declare every copy of the issue of the

warrant authorise any police officer not below the rank of sub-

be or may be reasonably suspected to be.

1. (2) The powers conferred by sub-section (1) on the State Govern- ment may also be exercised by the Central Government.
2. (3) In sub-section (1) " document " includes also any painting, drawing or photograph, or other visible representation. 5. Application to High Court to set aside order of forfeiture.