Definitions

In this Act, unless there is something repugnant in the subject or context, —

1. (aa) "Collector" includes a Deputy Commissioner ;
2. (a) "devadasi" means any unmarried woman who is dedicated to any Hindu deity, idol, object of worship, temple or other religious institution ;
3. (b) "temple" means a place by whatever designation known, dedicated to, or used by, the Hindu community, or any section thereof as a place of religious worship ; and
4. (c) "woman" means a female human being of any age.