Bare Act

The Manipur Control of the use and play of Loud-Speakers Act, 1976

This law regulates the use of loud-speakers throughout the state of Manipur to prevent noise pollution and disturbance. It prohibits playing loud-speakers near hospitals, courts, and educational institutions, as well as between 10 p.m. and 5 a.m., unless specific permission is granted for cultural or humanitarian reasons. The rules allow authorities to seize illegal equipment and impose fines or short jail terms for violations. By setting these boundaries, the Act aims to balance freedom of expression with the right to peace and quiet for residents and students.

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