Prevention of offences relating to weights and measures

Prevention of offences relating to weights and measures.--(1) The Sarpanch of a Panchayat or any person authorised by it may examine and test the weights and measures in the Panchayat with a view to the prevention of offences relating to such weights and measures under the Ranbir Penal Code and shall seize any weights or measures if he has reason to believe them to be false.

1. (2) After seizure the Panchayat shall report the matter to the Magistrate having jurisdiction in the Panchayat area for taking action necessary under law.