Grant and refusal of licences

Grant and refusal of licences.-

1. (1) Every application for licence under section 3 shall be in writing to such authority as may be prescribed (hereinafter referred to as the licensing authority).
2. (2) In considering the application for the grant of a licence under this section, the licensing authority shall have regard to the following matters, namely :-
   • (a) the interest of the public generally;
   • (b) whether the applicant has been convicted of any offence punishable under Chapter XVII of the Indian Penal Code (Central Act XLV of 1860);
   • (c) whether permission has been obtained under section 5 in respect of the place of business;
   • (d) such other matters as may be prescribed.
3. (3) Before any licence is refused under sub-section (2), the applicant shall be given an opportunity to make his representations within a reasonable time, not ordinarily exceeding fifteen days and any representation made by him in this behalf shall be duly taken into consideration before final orders are passed.
4. (4) In granting or refusing to grant a licence under this section, the licensing authority may consult such authority or officer as may be prescribed.