Bare Act

The Meghalaya Prohibition of Manufacture, Sale, Use and Throwing of Low Density Plastic Bags Act, 2001, Act, No. 4 of 2001

This environmental law applies to everyone in the Indian state of Meghalaya, prohibiting the manufacture, sale, and use of thin plastic bags under forty microns for carrying or storing goods. It also bans littering these bags in public places, drains, and parks. Violators face fines ranging from one hundred to five hundred rupees. This legislation matters because it actively combats environmental pollution, prevents clogged drainage systems, and protects the state’s natural beauty by holding individuals accountable. Authorized officers enforce the bans through local courts, establishing a clear legal framework to reduce non-biodegradable waste and promote public health and ecological sustainability.

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