(1) This Act may be called the National Food Security Act, 2013.
(2) It extends to the whole of India.
(3) Save as otherwise provided, it shall be deemed to have come into force on the 5th day of July, 2013.
Section 1: Short title, extent and commencement.
The National Food Security Act, 2013Central Act · Act 20 of 2013
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| Act | The National Food Security Act, 2013 |
|---|---|
| Section | 1 |
| Marginal note | Short title, extent and commencement. |
| Jurisdiction | Central |
| Status | In force as published by the source |
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