Section 2: Definitions

Passport (Entry Into India) Act, 1920Union territory Act of Chandigarh · Act 34 of 1920

In this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context,— “entry” means entry by water, land or air;

“passport” means a passport for the time being in force issued or renewed by the prescribed authority and satisfying the conditions prescribed relating to the class of passports to which it belongs; and “prescribed” means prescribed by rules made under this Act.

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Act	Passport (Entry Into India) Act, 1920
Section	2
Marginal note	Definitions
Jurisdiction	Union territory of Chandigarh
Status	In force as published by the source

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