The Meghalaya Regulation of the Game of Arrow Shooting and the Sale of Teer Tickets Act, 2018
The Meghalaya Regulation of the Game of Arrow Shooting and the Sale of Teer Tickets Act, 2018
This Act provides a legal framework for the traditional game of arrow shooting, locally known as "Teer," and the associated betting activities in Meghalaya. It mandates that organizers and bookmakers obtain official licenses to operate, ensuring the game is conducted fairly and in an orderly manner. The law sets strict operational standards, including specific requirements for shooting distances, target sizes, and the location of betting counters relative to sensitive areas like schools and places of worship. By establishing regulatory oversight, the Act aims to formalize this cultural practice, prevent illegal gambling, and ensure compliance through penalties and administrative supervision.
- 1. Short title, extent and commencement
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Regulating Authorities
- 4. Services Tax Act, 2017, not below the rank of Inspector of Taxes and any such official shall thereupon exercise the said powers.
- 5. Terms and conditions of a license or permit
- 6. Terms and conditions of a license for a bookmaker
- 7. Cancellation of license or permit and forfeiture of security deposit
- 8. Conditions and Restrictions for regulating the Game of Arrow Shooting including the sale of Teër tickets
- 9. Particulars to be contained in the licence, permit and teer (thoh team) tickets
- 10. Registers and Accounts to be maintained
- 11. Official Gazette, and the tickets issued and used by such person as receipts for stake money.
- 12. Non-liability of the Government
- 13. Offences and Penalty
- 14. Power to compound offences
- 15. Appeal
- 16. Provided that an appeal against an order imposing penalty by an officer duly authorized shall not be made.
- 17. Power to make Rules
- 18. Power to remove difficulties
- 19. Repeal and saving
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