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The Bombay Separation of Judicial and Executive Functions Act, 1951

The Bombay Separation of Judicial and Executive Functions Act, 1951

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The Bombay Separation of Judicial and Executive Functions Act, 1951, separates the administration of justice from law enforcement powers within the State of Bombay. It applies to the state's magistrates, public officials, and citizens. By dividing magistrates into judicial officers supervised by the High Court and executive officers controlled by the government, it ensures a clear division of power. This matters because it prevents the same authorities from both prosecuting cases and deciding verdicts. Consequently, it protects judicial independence from political influence and safeguards the right of citizens to receive unbiased and fair trials.

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  1. 1. Short title, extent and commencement.
  2. 2. Amendments to enactments.
  3. 3. Amendments not to render invalid notifications, orders, etc., issued before commencement of Act.
  4. 4. Saving.

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