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The Tamil Nadu Jute Goods Control Act, 1949

The Tamil Nadu Jute Goods Control Act, 1949

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The Tamil Nadu Jute Goods Control Act, 1949, empowers the state government to appoint a Jute Controller to regulate the production, supply, distribution, and pricing of all manufactured jute items throughout Tamil Nadu. The Act applies to businesses, manufacturers, and individuals who produce or hold stocks of jute goods in the state. Under its provisions, the Controller can direct producers on manufacturing specifications and mandate stock sales at fixed prices to specified entities, including government bodies. Non-compliance carries strict penalties, including up to three years of imprisonment or fines, holding corporate officers accountable. This law ensures government oversight over essential packaging and industrial materials during supply shortages.

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  1. 1. Short title, extent and commencement
  2. 2. Definitions
  3. 3. Appointment of Controller
  4. 4. Powers of Controller to control production, supply and distribution of jute goods
  5. 5. Penalties
  6. 6. Offences by corporations
  7. 7. Cognizance of offences
  8. 8. Protection of action taken under the Act
  9. 9. Repeal and saving

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