Bare Act

The Punjab Corneal Grafting Act, 1963

This Act establishes legal procedures for removing eyes from deceased persons for therapeutic purposes in the state of Punjab. It requires consent from the deceased before death or authorization from lawful possessors of the body if no objection exists, while protecting relatives who object. Only registered medical practitioners may legally remove eyes after confirming death. The Act applies when bodies lie unclaimed in approved institutions. It creates processes for eye donation specifically for corneal grafting procedures, which can restore sight to blind individuals. The law also prohibits using eyes if police are investigating suspicious circumstances and provides protection for those acting in good faith while implementing this process.

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