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Bare Act

The Punjab Gift Goods (Unlawful Possession) Act, 1963

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This law prohibits the unlawful possession of specific essential food items including cornmeal, milk powder, vegetable oil, and rolled wheat that are donated as gifts by relief organizations to government authorities. The act covers the entire state of Haryana and establishes penalties of up to two years imprisonment for individuals who possess these goods suspected of being stolen or obtained illegally without being able to provide a satisfactory explanation for their possession. By criminalizing theft and diversion of humanitarian aid supplies while ensuring relief organizations remain accountable through a government power to amend the associated schedule of approved entities, the law protects vulnerable populations receiving emergency food assistance from misdistribution and promotes efficient aid management system.

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  1. 1. Short title and extent.
  2. 2. Definitions.
  3. 3. Unlawful possession of gift goods.
  4. 4. Offences under the Act to be cognizable.
  5. 5. Power to amend Schedule.
  6. Schedule. Schedule

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