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the press & registration of books act 1867 of india.
the rein of the British Government in India writing of books and other informatory material took a concrete shape and with the advent of printing presses various books on almost all the subjects and periodicals touching every aspect of life started appearing. Thrust on education gave an impetus to this with the result that lot of printed material became available. Those in the field of writing, publishing and printing gave a thought to organise a system for keeping a record of the publications. The then East India Company was urged to keep a record of the publications. An attempt was made by the authorities to make a collection of the books and other publications emanating from the various printing presses throughout India. Board of Directors of East India company issued an instruction that copies of every important and interesting work published in India should be despatched to England to be deposited in the library of India House. Such an instruction had a slow impact. Again the Royal Asiatic Society in London urged the then Secretary of State for India to repeat the instruction of the late Board of Directors of East India Company and also desired that catalogues of all the works published in India should be sent to England. A system of voluntary registrations of publications was evolved but it failed. It was found necessary to establish a system of compulsory sale to Government, of three copies of each work in India. To achieve this purpose a Bill was introduced in the Legislature for the regulation of printing presses and newspaper for the preservation of copies of books and periodicals containing news printed in the whole of India and for the registration of such books and periodicals containing news.
but be of benefit to authors and publishers that catalogues of their works. 1914 (3 of 1914). too. 1870 (14 of 1870). and in the number of printing presses established. The Repealing and Amending Act. and to a very limited extent copies of the works themselves. Systems of voluntary registration of publications have been found to fail.nic. a corresponding activity in literature. The Indian Short Titles Act. 1937.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA Page 2 of 19 hundred books of more or less interest and importance.asp 5/7/2012 . 12. too. The Repealing Act. 1914 (10 of 1914) 7. The Government of India (Adaptation of Indian Laws )Order. The nomenclature of the Act has been given by the Indian Short Titles Act. should be accessible to the public at certain well-known places. The Indian Copyright Act. 1897 (14 of 1897).in/prbact. ACT 25 OF 1867 The Bill was passed by the Legislature and it came on the statute book as the Press and Registration of Books Act. 1891 (12 of 1891) 4. https://rni. it is provided that the Bill may be extended by notification to any part of the Empire. and it is notorious that. all published within the last ten or fifteen years. of history and of the scholars of Europe. but in as much as the said provisions are reasonable and simple. 1867 (25 of 1867). to be deposited in places the proposed new Museum for instance where they will be carefully preserved. 6. 1948. 1920 (38 of 1920) 9. original or reprinted. and in as much as it is certain that with the spread of education there will arise in the other provinces of the Empire. published. and every year shows no inconsiderable increase in the number of works. 1890 (10 of 1890). It is not quite clear that the provisions of the proposed Bill are as yet required in any province other than that of Lower Bengal. A list of works registered will be published each quarter in the Official Gazette. after the book has been registered. it is undoubtedly wise to provide that a complete collection of the publications of the press of this country should be made as well in this country as in England. and it is therefore proposed by this Bill to establish a system of compulsory sale to Government of three copies of each book or similar work printed in India. One copy of the work will be sent to England. as there has arisen in Bengal. The Press and Registration of Books Act (1867) Amendment Act. 2. and the two others. The Repealing and amending Act. The literature of a country is no doubt an index of the opinion and condition of the people. The Indian Independence (Adaptation of Central Acts and Ordinances) Order. 5. 1923 (11 of 1923) 11. The Devolution Act. The Amending Act. 1897 (14 of 1897). there has been of late years very great activity in the literary world. 3. The Repealing and Amending Act. LIST OF AMENDING ACTS AND ADAPTATION ORDERS 1. 1922 (14 of 1922) 10. and such an index it is essential to good government that the rulers of a country should posses. 1915 (11 of 1915) 8. The Press Law Repeal and Amendment Act. in the province of Lower Bengal at least. In the interest. will be kept in this country. It cannot.
among them Act 25 of 1867.3 and Sch. 1897 (14 of 1897). 22. Pt. 1950 (35 of 1950) 15. that portion of the jalpaiguri District which was formerly the Jalpaiguri Sub-division and now forms the western portion of the District of jalpaiguri and extends as far east as the Teesta River. see Gazette of India.1-10-1963).3 and Sch. 1936 (5 of 1936). The Repealing and Amending Act. 1881.5. p.144 (Penit is now no longer a Scheduled District. see Calcutta Gazzette. This Act was declared by the Laws Local Extent Act. sec. The Part B States (Laws )Act. to Dadra Nagar Haveli by Regulation 6 of 1963.3 to be in force in all the Provinces of India. and Paragana Dhalbhum and the Kolhan in the District of Singhbhum. 1887. 156 and 299. 1955 (55 of 1955) 18. see Gazettee of India. It has been applied by notification under sec. 1951 (3 of 1951) 16.Act 2 of 1894). 1887. the hills west of the Teesta River in the District of Darjilling. Short title given by the Indian Short Titles Act. 1874 (15 of 1874).p. and to the Angul District by the Angul Laws Regulation.in/prbact. see Gazette of India.3.e.3 (a) of the Scheduled Districts Act.f. It has been extended to Goa. The Press and Registration of books (Amendment) Act.3 and Sch. 1-7-1965) and to Pondicherry by Regulation 7 of 1963. Pt. THE PRESS AND REGISTRATION OF BOOKS ACT. sec. the Island of Perim. pp. 1874 (14 of 1874). and for the registration of such books 2[and newspapers]. For Statement of Objects and Reasons. 1951 (56 of 1951) 17. sec. . The Delegated Legislation Provisions (Amendment) Act. for the preservation of copies of books 2 [and newspapers] printed in 3 [India]. 1965 (16 of 1965) 20. to the following Scheduled Districts. the Darjiling Tarai the Damson Sub-division of the Darjiling District. Daman and Diu with modifications by Regulation 12 of 1962. 14.74 and 504. 21. The Press and Registration of books (Amendment) Act. and all the enactments in force in the Nasik District of the Bombay Presidency. see Gazzette of India. It has been applied to the Santhal Parganas by the Santhal Parganas Settlement Regulation (3 of 1872). 1968 (30 of 1968). The Press and Registration of books (Amendment) Act. The Press Council Act.I. sec.I. are now in force in this territory). see the Penit Laws Act. 1978 (37 of 1978). see Gazette of India. Preamble.WHEREAS it is expedient to provide for the regulation of printing1. Pt.I. The Press and Registration of books (Amendment) Act. The Press (Objectionable Matter) Act.asp 5/7/2012 . sec. except the Scheduled Districts. 1983 (20 of 1983).nic.1 (w. see https://rni.44] and Manbhum. 1867 p.72.I (w. 1867 Page 3 of 19 (25 of 1867) [22nd March. 1950. the Western Duars of the jalpaiguri District. The Adaptation of Laws Order.presses and Newspapers. supplement. sec. 1960 (26 of 1960) 19. p.f. namely:The Territory of Penit.191.e. to the Khondmals District by the Khondmals Laws Regulation. Lohardaga [now called the Ranchi District. pp..3 and Sch. Pt. and for Proceedings in Council. the Districts of Hazaribagh. 1936 (4 of 1936).OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA 13. sec. I. 1894 (Bom. 1867] An Act for the regulation of Printing .2 Sch. 1899.
other than a book. see Gazette of India. the North Cachar Hills in the Cachar District. see Gazette of India 1918. see Gazette of India.] 8 [***] 9 "Magistrate" means any person exercising the full powers of a police 11[***].4[(1)] In this Act. 12 Magistrate.I p.e. It is hereby enacted as follows:PART I PRELIMINARY 1. and includes a 10 Magistrate of ["newspaper" means any printed periodical work containing public news or comments on public news. Pt.3 and Sch. Page 4 of 19 The Districts of Kamrup.506. 1874 (14 of 1874) not to be in force in the Scheduled District of lahaul to the Punjab. 2 (w. p. 1897.I. the scheduled portion of the Mirzapur District. Subs. for the preservation of 2 [***] copies of 3[every book and newspaper printed in India and for the registration of such books and newspapers]. 1876. see Gazette of India. p. and Punjab by Punjab Acts 14 of 1942.asp 5/7/2012 . 1874 (14 of 1874). 6 [***] 7 ["editor" means the person who controls the selection of the matter that is published in a newspaper.Interpretation-clause. Pargana Jaunsar Bawar in the Dehra Dun District. for "the whole of India except Part B States". By Act 55 of 1955. see Gazette of India. to the Tarai District of the Province of Agra. 1897.] 13[***] 14 ["paper" means any document. Pt. the Naga Hills. and every sheet of music. and the Eastern Duars in the Goalpara District. 1879.f. Nowgong. Pt.. Lakimpur.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA Gazette of India 1910.II. p. Pt. see Gazette of India.I. p. map. p. to the District of Coorg. It has also been extended to Berar by the Berar Laws Act. 2. 1-7-1956). chart of plan separately printed 5[***]. and Himachal pradesh by Himachal Pradesh Act 17 of 1974. 1941 (4 of 1941) It has been amended in its application to Andhra by Andhra Act 8 of 1960. sec.p.5 of the Scheduled Districts Act. including a newspaper. Pt. see Gazette of India. 3. sec.382.- "Book" includes every volume. It has been declared by notificationunder sec. Pt.605. Madras by Madras Act 24 of 1948 and 14 of 1960. see Gazette of India. By Act 3 of 1951. 1886. Sibsagar. in any language.299.I. https://rni.1730.I.1160. p.. Pt.I. unless there shall be something repugnant in the subject or context. The Garo Hills. part of division of a volume. the Khasi and Jaintia Hills. the Districts of Kumaon and Garhwal. Mysore by Mysore Act 10 of 1972.3 (b) of the Scheduled Districts Act. by notification under sec. 1878.533. goalpara (excluding the Eastern Duars) and Cachar (excluding the North Cachar Hills).383. Darrang. and pamphlet.in/prbact. Ins.I. 1876 Pt.I. 25 of 1950 and 15 of 1957. Presses and of 1[newspapers].301 It has been extended. Pt.nic. p.
3 and Sch. by Act 14 of 1922. be construed as a reference to the corresponding law in force in that State. by Act 55 of 1955. 7. sec.A. 14.nic. sec. Definition of "British India" rep. 1973 (2 of 1974).3(5) of the General Clauses Act. sec.e. Now Presidency Magistrate. By Act 10 of 1914.1 and Sch.] PART II OF PRINTING PRESSES AND NEWSPAPERS https://rni.3 and Sch.e. 1950 was rep. Paragraphs relating to the definition of "Number" and " Gender" rep. the provisions of the Act would have no application.f. Muthukoya.T. by Act 55 of 1955. Express Printing Press.II. by Act 3 of 1951.O.M. Repeal of Act 11 of 1835 . 1973 (2 of 1974). by the Repealing Act. Haji C. Ins. in relation to that State. see Code of Criminal Procedure.4 (w.K.f. The words "and a Justice of the Peace" rep. sec. 1-11-1965) 5. definition of "Local Government" rep. sec. sec.f. sec. __________________________ 1.I.II.4 (w. sec. Definition of "India" omitted by Act 19 of 1965. Ins.] COMMENTS (i) Where a person does not fulfil the conditions of "Editor" as provided in section I and does not perform the functions of an editor whatever may be his description or designation.by the A. 1937 see now the definition in sec. Mohammad Koya V. (ii) Pamphlets giving predictions of lucky figures.e. 1-11-1965) 9. 2. Now Magistrate of the first class.2.1937 and the definition of "States" ins.e.3 and sch.O. 8. "Register" means the Register of newspapers maintained under Section 19B.in/prbact.3 for "every book printed or lithographed in India and for the registration of such books"(w.2 (w. 13. Subs. 1-7-1956) 4. for "periodicals containing news". 2.asp 5/7/2012 .f. The words "or lithographed" omitted by Act 55 of 1955. Ins. 10.2 (w.S.e.O. Page 5 of 19 "Press Registrar" means the Registrar of Newspapers for India appointed by the Central Government under section 19A and includes any other person appointed by the Central Government to perform all or any of the functions of the Press Registrar.3 and Sch. 12. 3.I.1.1-7-1956) 6. 1-7-1956).[Rep. 1897 (10 of 1897).f. sec. numbers or dates and only stray news items cannot be considered as a newspaper. by the A. by Act 14 of 1922. 11.II.Pt.-. AIR 1979 SC154.] 1 [(2) Any reference in this Act to any law which is not in force in the State of Jammu and Kashmir shall. Section 1 re-numbered as sub-section (1) thereof by Act 16 of 1965. "printing" includes cyclostyling and printing by lithography. sec. sec. sec. The word "three omitted by Act 10 of 1890 sec. Subs. Commissioner of Sales Tax Vs. by Act 35 of 1950. By Act 10 of 1890.3 and Sch. 1870(14 of 1870).OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA "prescribed" means prescribed by rules made by the Central Government under section 20 A. by the A. see the Code of Criminal Procedure.H. AIR 1983 Bom 190:1983 Tax LR 2871 (FB).
sec.4 [(1) No person shall within 2[India]. Particulars to be printed on books and papers .1. Subs. keep in his possession any press for the printing of books or papers. declare that I have a press for printing at ". Ins. And this last blank shall be filled up with a true and precise description of the place where such press may be situate. In re: G.-. B.. 1-2-1952).e. a statement relating to the change is furnished to the said Magistrate within twentyfour hours thereof.1-11-1965).e.B. every copy of every such newspaper shall contain the names of the owner and editor thereof printed clearly on such copy and also the date of its publication.. AIR 1960 All 450: 1960 Cr.II. by Act 55 of 1955.2 (w. 5. COMMENTS (i) The section only refers to the printing of a book and not its publication. Presidency or Sub- https://rni.5 (w. Pt. Ins. the keeper of the press continues to be the same. sec.] 4[(2)] The . Alavander.in/prbact.Lakshminarayana.J. Section 4 re-numbered as sub-section (1) of that section by Act 55 of 1955.nic. Presidency or Sub-divisional Magistrate] within whose local jurisdiction such press may be: "I. and the place of publication. Ins. Keeper of printing press to make declaration . 1037. sec.asp 5/7/2012 . Rules as to publication of newapapers. 2.f.L. no new declaration shall be necessary if a.2 and Sch. (ii) Section 3 of the Act not violative of Article 19 (1) (a) of the Constitution as it does not in any way restrict the freedom if expression. by Act 3 of 1951. A.J. State of Uttar Pradesh.f.S. a new declaration shall be necessary: _________________________________ 1. for "the Magistrate:" (w.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA 3.36. for "the States". and (if the book or paper be published) 3[the name] of the publisher. who shall not have made and subscribed the following declaration before 5 [the District. by Act 12 of 1891. AIR 1957 Mad 427.printer and the publisher of every such 5[newspaper] shall appear 1[in person or by agent authorised in this behalf in accordance with rules made under section 20.L. 4. sec. 3. The ownership of the press is a matter of the general law and must follow the law. 6[(2)] As often as the place where a press is kept is changed. and b. Provided that where the change is for a period not exceeding sixty days and the place where the press is kept after the change is within the local jurisdiction of the Magistrate referred to in sub-section (1). Apparao v. 1-7-1956) 5.f. Subs. Page 6 of 19 Every book or paper printed within 2[India] shall have printed legibly on it the name of the printer and the place of printing. by Act 16 1965. sec. 518.e.3 and Sch.e. S. before a District. Abdul Hakim V.f. 4. No 1[newspaper] shall be published in 2[India]. by Act 56 of 1951.5 (w. sec.] COMMENTS A declared keeper of the press is not necessarily the owner thereof so as to be able to confer title to the press upon another. Therefore the publication of a book which is not printed to confirmity with the rule contained in section 3 is not an offence under section 3 read with section 12. 6. AIR 1962 SC 586: 1962 (1) Cr. except in conformity with the rules hereinafter laid down: 3[(1) Without prejudice to the provisions of section 3.. 1-7-1956).
4.] 3[(4) As often as the printer or the publisher who shall have made such declaration as is aforesaid shall leave India for a period exceeding ninety days or where such printer or publisher is by infirmity or otherwise https://rni.2 (w. Rule (1) re-numbered as rule (2) by Act 14 of 1922. sec. as the case may be at ". for "periodical work". Ins. by Act 14 of 1922. sec.3 and Sch.6 (w." omitted by Act 26 of 1960. or to be printed and published]. for certain words. or printer and publisher) of the 5[newspaper] entitled--7[and to be printed or published.1.e. by Act 26 of 1960. 5. (2D) Where the title of any newspaper or its language or the periodicity of its publication is changed. sec. 6.6 for certain words (w. a new declaration shall be necessary: 2[Provided that where the change is for a period not exceeding thirty days and the place of printing or publication after the change is within the local jurisdiction of the Magistrate referred to in rule (2). by Act 3 of 1951.3 and Sch. by Act 55 of 1955. And the last blank in this form of declaration shall be filled up with a true and precise account of the premises where the printing or publication is conducted.e. 7.f.I. (2E) As often as the ownership of a newspaper is changed. 8[(2A) Every declaration under rule (2) shall specify the title of the newspaper.3 and Sch..f.e. 1-7-1956) 8.in/prbact.I. in duplicate. Subs. sec. the declaration shall specify the name of the owner and shall also be accompanied by an authority in writing from the owner authorising such person to make and subscribe such declaration.. Subs. no new declaration shall be necessary if a.f. 3. by Act 14 of 1922. and b. 9. Ins.e.I. sec. sec. sec. Act 26 of 1960. 1-101960).] 9[(2B) Where the printer or publisher of a newapaper making a declaration under rule (2) is not the owner thereof. by Act 55 of 1955.or such printer or publisher resides. 1-7-1956). Subs.3 and Sch. Subs. sec.f. 2. The words ". by Act 14 of 1922. a new declaration shall be necessary] 1 [(3) As often as the place of printing or publication is changed. for "the States". a statement relating to the change is furnished to the said Magistrate within twenty four hours thereof. 1-10-1960) which was ins. Subs. sec.3 and Sch. sec.f. the declaration shall cease to have effect and a new declaration shall be necessary before the publication of the newspaper can be continued.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA Page 7 of 19 divisional Magistrate within whose local jurisdiction such newspaper shall be printed or published 6[***] and shall make and subscribe. the language in which it is to be published and the periodicity of its publication and shall contain such other particulars as may be prescribed.2 (w.2 for rule (1) (w. (2C) A declaration in respect of a newspaper made under rule (2) and authenticated under section 6 shall be necessary before the newspaper can be published. declare that I am the printer (or publisher.asp 5/7/2012 .nic. ____________________________ 1. the printer or publisher or the printer and publisher of the newspaper continues to be the same. the following declaration: "I AB. 1-10-1960).e.
sec.1 of S. Keepers of printing presses and printers and publishers of newspapers in Jammu and kashmir to make and subscribe fresh declarations within specified period . in the case of any other newspaper.2 for rule (4) (w. shall be authenticated by the signature and official seal of the Magistrate before whom the said declaration shall have been made: Provided that where any declaration is made and subscribed under section 5 in respect of a newspaper.3 and Sch. 1968 unless before the expiry of that date] he makes and subscribes a fresh declaration in respect of that newspaper under rule (2) of the rules laid down in section 5 of this Act.nic. sec. every declaration made in respect thereof shall cease to have effect. Subs.1989 (Jammu and Kashmir Act. and in every such case. 1-10-1960) which had been re-numbered for the original rule (3) by Act 14 of 1922. printer or publisher of the newspaper mentioned in such declaration 4[after the 31st day of December.e. bi-weekly. in the case of a newspaper to be published once a week or oftener.] 2[(5) Every declaration made in respect of a newspaper shall be void. where the newspaper does not commence publication a. be so authenticated unless https://rni. (6) Where. save in the case of newspapers owned by the same person.1989) shall cease to be the editor.-- (1) No person who has made and subscribed a declaration in respect of any press under section 4 of the Jammu and Kashmir State Press and Publications Act. shall be permitted to make the declaration prescribed by this section. by Act 55 of 1955. unless before the expiry of that date] he makes and subscribes a fresh declaration in respect of that press under section 4 of this Act.asp 5/7/2012 .I of S.in/prbact. 1989) shall keep the press in his possession for the printing of books or papers 4[after the 31st day of December. 1-7-1956) 3. sec. (2) Every person who has subscribed to any declaration in respect of a newspaper under section 5 of the Jammu and Kashmir State Press Publications Act. No. (7) Where any other newspaper has ceased publication for a period. Ins. 4. by Act 26 of 1960. (8) Every existing declaration in respect of a newspaper shall be cancelled by the Magistrate before whom a new declaration is made and subscribed in respect of the same:] 1[Provided that no person 2[who does not ordinarly reside in India.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA Page 8 of 19 rendered incapable of carrying out his duties for a period exceeding ninety days in circumstances not involving the vacation of his appointment. the declaration shall cease to have effect and a new declaration shall be necessary before the publication of the newspaper can be continued.Authentication of declaration . within three months 4[of the authentication of the declaration under section 6]. Subs.] 6. the declaration shall not. within six weeks 4[of the authentication of the declaration under section 6]. tri-weekly. s. a new declaration shall be necessary.f. or of the law to which he is subject in respect of the attainment of majority.f 1-10-1960).] 3[5A. or] who has not attained majority in accordance with the provisions of the Indian Majority Act.e.I.e. in any period of three months. a new declaration shall be necessary before the newspaper can be published.6 (w. sec.2 for "of the declaration"(w. 1968. nor shall any such person edit a newspaper. Rule (2) re-numbered as rule (3) by Act 14 of 1922. S. any daily. No. sec.3 and Sch. 2. Each of the two originals of every declaration so made and subscribed as is aforesaid. and a new declaration shall be necessary before the newspaper can be re-published.1989 (Jammu and Kashmir Act. and b. exceeding twelve months. 1. weekly or fortnightly newspaper publishes issues the number of which is less than half of what should have been published in accordance with the declaration made in respect thereof. by Act 26 of 1960. 1875 (9 of 1875).f.I.
J. for certain words. Ins. 777. by Act 14 of 1922. as the case may be] that the said person was printer or publisher. by Act 30 of 1968. 1995 Cr. 1-10-1960). Arjun Das.M. 4.f. New declaration by persons who have signed a declaration and subsequently ceased to be printers or publishers If any person has subscribed to any declaration in respect of a newspaper under section 5 and the declaration https://rni. sec. Subs. by Act 26 of 1960. as against the person whose name shall be subscribed to such declaration. The Officer-in-charge of each original shall allow any person to inspect that original on payment of a fee of one rupee. sec.e.e.L. attested by the seal of some Court empowered by this Act to have the custody of such declaration. satisfied] that the newspaper proposed to be published does not bear a title which is the same as. 2[or the editor of every portion of that issue of the newspaper of which a copy is produced].3 (w. by Act 55 of 1955. 8.f. sec. Ins. 1983 Cr.L. In any legal proceeding whatever.f. on payment of a fee of two rupees. or printer and publisher(according as the words of the said declaration may be) of every portion of every 3[newspaper] whereof the title shall correspond with the title of the 3[newspaper] mentioned in the declaration. Ins. sec. (ii) The presumption under section 7 of the Act is only against the person whose name is printed as as required under section 5(1). 1-11-1965). attested by the seal of the Court which has the custody of the original. by Act 16 of 1965. sec. AIR 1992 SC 2206.nic. and the other shall be deposited among the records of the High Court of Judicature. 1. 1[A copy of the declaration attested by the official seal of the Magistrate. or a copy of the order refusing to authenticate the declaration.7 (w. 5.K.2. S. sec. Inspection and supply of copies. and shall give to any person applying a copy of the said declaration.e. Prabhu Chawla v. Sheriff. State of Kerala. 2[or printed on such newspaper. shall be forwarded as soon as possible to the person making and subscribing the declaration and also to the Press Registrar. COMMENTS (i) If there are no allegations against petitioners-executive editor. One of the said originals shall be deposited among the records of the office of the Magistrate. by Act 10 of 1890.] Deposit. 1922 (Kant). for certain words (retrospectively).I 2.U.3 and Sch. managing editor and resident editor showing that they have any hand in selection of matter that is published in newspaper then presumption under section 7 of the Act against them is not attracted and order issuing process against petitioners to face trial for defamation is not proper. Subs. by Act 26 of 1960.e. sec. as well civil as criminal.3.asp 5/7/2012 . Editor (iii) Presumption as to awareness of contents of newspapers can be raised only against the editor whose name appears in declaration published in newspaper.f.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA Page 9 of 19 the Magistrate 6[is. Office copy of declaration to be prima facie evidence . 1-7-1956) 6.in/prbact. 1-10-1960) 3.3 for certain words (w.] 7.2 (w. or 7[other principal Civil Court of original jurisdiction for the place where] the said declaration shall have been made. in the case of the editor.A. on inquiry from the Press Registrar. that of any other newspaper published either in the same language or in the same State. Ins. Nihal Singh v. the production of a copy of such declaration as is aforesaid. Mathew v. a copy of the newspaper containing his name printed on it as that of the editor] shall be held (unless the countrary be proved) to be sufficient evidence.J. or similar to. 2 [or. 7. Subs.
he may. Presidency or Sub-divisional Magistrate. declare that I have ceased to be the printer or publisher or printer and publisher of the newspaper entitled ".B. Person whose name has been incorrectly published as editor may make a declaration before a Magistrate . is of opinion that any declaration made in respect of a newspaper should be cancelled. then rebutable presumption under section 7 can be drawn only against such editor. and the former declaration shall not be taken to be evidence that the declarant was. he shall certify accordingly.f. Subs. AIR 1979 SC154. if https://rni. after giving the person concerned an opportunity of showing cause against the action proposed to be taken.Haji C.3. The Magistrate may extend the period allowed by this section in any case where he is satisfied that such person was prevented by sufficient cause from appearing and making the declaration within that period. by Act 55 of 1955.] Authentication and filing . on payment of a fee of two rupees.H. by Act 14 of 1922. sec.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA Page 10 of 19 has been authenticated by a Magistrate under section 6 and subsequently that person ceases to be the printer or publisher of the newspaper mentioned in such declaration.asp 5/7/2012 . sec.] 8A. Inspection and supply of copies.7 (w.f.K.nic. of the latter declaration. Each original of the latter declaration shall be authenticated by the signature and seal of the Magistrate before whom the said latter declaration shall have been made. and if the Magistrate after making such inquiry or causing such inquiry to be made as he may consider necessary is satisfied that such declaration is true.e. and one original of the said latter declaration shall be filed along with each original of the former declaration. attested by the seal of the Court having custody of the original. 2[A copy of the latter declaration attested by the official seal of the Magistrate shall be forwarded to the Press Registrar. In all trials in which a copy. 1-10-1960) which was ins. attested as is aforesaid.S.8.f. Muthukoya. the Magistrate empowered to authenticate a declaration under this Act. Ins. appear before a District.3 and Sch. he may. Mohammad Koya v.] COMMENTS When a person s name is printed in the newspaper as its editor. by Act 14 of 1922. hold an inquiry into the matter and if. sec. and on that certificate being given the provisions of section 7 shall not apply to that person in respect of that issue of the newspaper.e. within two weeks of his becoming aware that his name has been so published. of the former declaration shall have been put in evidence. after considering the cause. he shall appear before any District. sec. Subs. Putting copy in evidence . claims that he was not the editor of the issue on which his name has so appeared. [8B. but when a person is not shown in the paper to be its editor no presumption under section 7 can be drawn and it must be held that he has no concern with the publishing. by Act 26 of 1960. Cancellation of declaration . 1-7-1956). and make and subscribe in duplicate the following declaration:- "I.in/prbact. whose name has appeared as editor on a copy of newspaper.T. A. Presidency or Sub-divisional Magistrate and make a declaration that his name was incorrectly published in that issue as that of the editor thereof.. for the fourth paragraph(w. attested as is aforesaid.I 3. If. sec. If any person. on an application made to him by the Press Registrar or any other person or otherwise. The Officer-in-charge of each original of the latter declaration shall allow any person applying to inspect that original on payment of a fee of one rupee.I.M. by Act 55 of 1955. it shall be lawful to put in evidence a copy. printer or publisher of the 1[newspaper] therein mentioned. and shall give to any person applying a copy of the said latter declaration.A. 1-7-1956) 2. 1.e.3 and Sch. Subs. for the first paragraph (w. at any period subsequent to the date of the latter declaration. 4. for "periodical work".
by notification in the Official Gazette. or iii. 1-10-1960). by Act 14 of 1922.- (1) Any person aggrieved by an order of a Magistrate refusing to authenticate a declaration under section 6 or cancelling a declaration under section 8B may. 1978 (37 of 1978). notwithstanding any agreement (if the book be published) between the printer and publisher thereof. be delivered by the printer at such place and to such officer as the State Government shall. from among its members]. sec. shown by such person and after giving him an opportunity of being heard. one such copy. if it is satisfied that the appellant was prevented by sufficient cause from preferring the appeal intime. by order. in any case. sec. Ins. and. the printer or publisher has ceased to be the printer or publisher of the newspaper mentioned in such declaration.e.4 (w. he is satisfied that Page 11 of 19 i.8 (w.f. and free of expense to the Government.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA any. the Appellate Board may. within sixty days from the date on which such order is communicated to him. Ins. (3) Subject to the provisions contained in sub-section (2). the newspaper mentioned in the declaration bears a title which is the same as. Printed 3[***] copies of the whole of every book which shall be printed 3[***] in 4[India] after this Act shall come into force. established under section 4 of the Press Council Act. or similar to. modify or set aside the order appealed against. by order. Subs. 8C. together with all maps. by Act 26 of 1960. the newspaper. for "periodical work" 2. Copies of books printed after commencement of Act to be delivered gratis to Government . the Magistrate may. sec. that of any other newspaper published either in the same language or in the same State. (2) On receipt of an appeal under this section. ii.asp 5/7/2012 . b. by Act 14 of 1922. Provided that the appellate Board may entertain an appeal after the expiry of the said period. Ins. prints or other engravings belonging thereto.3 and Sch.] 2[PART III DELIVERY OF BOOKS 9. sec. Appeal. by Act 55 of 1955. that is to say:a. (4) The decision of the Appellate Board shall be final.nic.in/prbact. v. 1-7-1956) 3. shall. after calling for the records from the Magistrate and after making such further inquiries as it thinks fit.f. as follows.e. from time to time direct. finished and coloured in the same manner as the best copies of the same.I. confirm.3 and Sch. iv the declaration was made on false representation or on the concealment of any material fact or in respect of a periodical work which is not a newspaper. if within one calender year from such day the State Government shall require the printer to deliver other such copies not exceeding two in number. prefer an appeal to the Appellate Board to be called the Press and Registration Appellate Board 1[consisting of a Chairman and another member to be nominated by the Press Council of India. within one calender month after the day on which any such book shall first be delivered out of the press. in respect of which the declaration has been made is being published in contravention of the provisions of this Act or rules made thereunder. cancel the declaration and shall forward as soon as possible a copy of the order to the person making or subscribing the declaration and also to the Press Registrar. or 1. then within one calender month after the day on which any such https://rni. the Appellate Board may.I 4. regulate its practice and procedure.
OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA requisition shall be made by the 1. sec. The publisher or other person employing the printer shall. sec. sec. prints and engravings finished and coloured as aforesaid. 1-7-1956). 4. any 2[newspaper] published in confirmity with the rules laid down in section 5 of this Act. Any copy or copies delivered pursuant to clause (b) of the said paragraph shall be 3[transmitted to the Central Government] 4[11A. any second or subsequent edition of a book in which edition no additions or alterations either in the letter-press or in the maps. supply him with all maps. direct.9 (w. The words "or lithographed" omitted by Act 55 of 1955. The copy delivered pursuant to clause (a) of the first paragraph of section 9 of this Act shall be disposed of as the State Government shall from time to time determine. sewed or stitched together and upon the best paper on which any copies of the book shall be printed 1[***].f. Copies of newspapers printed in India to be delivered gratis to Government . or two other such copies.in/prbact. The printer of every newspaper in 5[India] shall deliver at such place and to such officer as the State Government may.e. Subject to any rules that may be made under this Act.Receipt for copies delivered under section 9 . two copies of each issue of such newspaper as soon as it is published. another such copy.asp 5/7/2012 . Penalty for printing contrary to rule in section 3 . by notification in the Official Gazette. for certain words. for the original Part III. Copies of newspapers to be delivered to Press Registrar . the publisher of every newspaper in India shall deliver free of expense to the Press Registrar one copy of each issue of such newspaper as soon as it is published. by Act 37 of 1978.3 and Sch. or ii.4. by Act 10 of 1890. Subs. prints or other engravings belonging to the book have been made..Disposal of copies delivered under section 9.27. The officer to whom a copy of a book is delivered under the last foregoing section shall give to the printer a receipt in writing therefor. by Act 3 of 1951. Page 12 of 19 State Government on the printer. for "the States". 2.] 6[11B. 3. 11. sec. and a copy of the first or some preceding edition of which book has been delivered under this Act. and free of expense to the Government. Subs. Subs. PART IV PENALTIES 12. at a reasonable time before the expiration of the said month.nic. the copies so delivered being bound. Whoever shall print or publish any book or paper otherwise than in conformity with the rule contained in ______________________________ https://rni. Nothing in the former part of this section shall apply to i. as the State Government may direct. which may be necessary to enable him to comply with the requirements aforesaid. 10.
or whoever shall 2.f. shall. sec. 1. sec. shall. Ins. Subs. printed or published any 7 [newspaper]. on conviction before a Magistrate. Penalty for printing or publishing newspaper without conforming to rules .L. for certain words.-- 5 [(1)]Whoever shall 2. print or publish 6[newspaper]. be punished by fine not exceeding thousand] rupees. Subs. print or publish. without conforming to the rules hereinbefore laid down. or imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2[six months] or both. 1-7-1956). Biman Chandra v. Ins. 2. on conviction before a Magistrate. Whoever shall keep in his possession any such press as aforesaid 3[In contravention of any of the provisions contained in section 4 of this Act]. the Magistrate may. in addition to the punishment imposed under the said sub-section. by the A.J. and which he either knows or believes to be false.f. Penalty for failure to make a declaration under section 8 .O. by Act 3 of 1951.f. shall on conviction before a Magistrate. sec. for "periodical work" 3. The words "or lithographed" omitted by Act 55 of 1955.I.3 and Sch. be punished by fine not exceeding 1[two thousand] rupees.11. by Act 14 of 1922. by act 55 of 1955. also cancel the declaration in respect of the newspaper. State. Page 13 of 19 Section 3 of this Act.3 and Sch.10 (w. 4. 9[(2) Where an offence is committed in relation to a newspaper under sub-section (1).in/prbact. by Act 14 of 1922. 13. knowing that the said rules have not been observed with respect to 8[that newspaper].I. Subs. for "the States". be punished by fine not exceeding 1 [two thousand] rupees. Punishment for making false statement.3 and Sch.] __________________________________ 1. Any person who shall. or by simple imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2[six months].I. Subs. Subs. by Act 55 of 1955. sec. 15. AIR 1970 Assam 128:1970 Cr.3 and Sch. and imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2[six months]. sec. by Act14 of1922. If any person who has ceased to be a printer or publisher of any newspaper fails or neglects to make a declaration in compliance with section 8. cannot escape liability by merely saying that he is not connected with the press or having anything to do with its actual printing. or by both.3 and Sch.e. or does not believe to be true. shall. or by simple imprisonment for a term not exceeding 2[ six months]. he shall. or by both.nic.] 10[15A.e. on conviction before a magistrate. COMMENTS 1 [two As author of a printed pamphlet who is a literate person and who admits that he has written the subject matter dealt with in the printed pamphlet.I.asp 5/7/2012 . 1948. or shall cause to be 2[edited]. 1-7-1956)..9 (w. Subs. for "five thousand" 2. 2. sec.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA 1. 1596 (FB). 1-7-1956) https://rni. for "without making such a declaration as is required by section 4 of this Act" (w. 14. sec. be punished with fine not exceeding 1[two thousand] rupees. make a statement which is false. sec. on conviction before a Magistrate. by Act 14 of 1922.e. be punishable by fine not exceeding two hundred rupees. for "two years" 3. Penalty for keeping press without making declaration required by section 4 . in making 4[any declaration or other statement] under the authority of this Act.
sec. Subs. determine to be in the circumstances a reasonable penalty for the default.I. such further sum as the Magistrate may determine to be the value of the maps. Subs.e. sec. Penalty for failure to supply copies of newspapers to Press Registrar . Subs. 6. he shall. Subs. If any publisher or other person employing any such printer shall neglect to supply him. Subs. for "that work".3 and Sch. If any printer of any newspaper published in 3[India] neglects to deliver copies of the same in compliance with section 11A.f. by Act 14 of 1922. on such an application as aforesaid. prints or engravings which such publisher or other person ought to have supplied. for "the states". by Act 10 of 1890.3 and Sch. on the complaint of the officer to whom copies should have been delivered or of any person authorised by that officer in this behalf. determine to be in the circumstances a reasonable penalty for the default.16 and 17.13 (w. 1-7-1956) Page 14 of 19 5.e.asp 5/7/2012 . for the levy of a fine.] 2[16A.f. on conviction by Magistrate having jurisdiction in the place where the newspaper was printed. on the complaint of the Press Registrar.3 and Sch.5 (w.f. on the application of the officer to whom the copies should have been delivered or of any person authorised by that officer in this behalf. Subs. sec. in addition to such sum. for "the last foregoing section". sec. Subs. Ins. 8.12 for "any declaration"(w. by Act 55 of 1955. with fine which may extend to fifty rupees for every default.e. sec. sec. 1-10-1960). by Act 55 of 1955.I for "such periodical work as is hereinbefore described". 2. and within the period prescribed by the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860). he shall.I. 4. sec. be punishable. 1[16.14 (w. sec. by Act 14 of 1922.in/prbact. 1. sec.5 (w. and. 1-7-1956). prints or engravings which may be necessary to enable him to comply with the provisions of that section. Ins..2 and Sch.f. for "such periodical work".f.5.I. by Act 11 of 1923. Penalty for failure to supply copies of newspapers gratis to Government .OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA 4.3 and Sch. 10. 9. on conviction by a Magistrate having jurisdiction in the place where the newspaper was printed. by Act 3 of 1951.nic. sec. https://rni.e. by Act 26 of 1960.] 4[16B.e. Any sum forfeited to the Government under 5[section 16] may be recovered. Ins. he shall for every such default forfeit to the Government such sum not exceeding fifty rupees as a Magistrate having jurisdiction in the place where the book was printed may.I.] 17. 3. by Act 14 of 1922. If any publisher of any newspaper published in India neglects to deliver copies of the same in compliance with section 11B. for the former secs. 7.3 and Sch. by fine which may extend to fifty rupees for every default. such further sum as the Magistrate may determine to the value of the copies which the printer ought to have delivered. in the manner authorised by the 6[Code of Criminal Procedure (10 of 1882) for the time being in force. Section 15 re-numbered as sub-section (1) of that section by Act 26 of 1960. If any printer of any such book as is referred to in section 9 of this Act shall neglect to deliver copies of the some pursuant to that section. such publisher or other person shall for every such default forfeit to the Government such sum not exceeding fifty rupees as such a Magistrate as aforesaid may. under the warrant of the Magistrate determining the sum. sec. and . in addition to such sum. be punishable. by Act 55 of 1955. Ins. by Act 14 of 1922. in the matter prescribed in the second paragraph of section 9 of this Act with the maps. sec. 1-7-1956) 5. 1-101960).Penalty for not delivering books or not supplying printer with maps . Recovery of forfeitures and disposal thereof and of fines . or of his successor in office.
1937.asp 5/7/2012 . Subs. Last sentence of sec18 rep.e.6 for "pursuant to section 9" 3. wherein shall be registered a memorandum of every book which shall have been delivered 2[pursuant to clause (a) of the first paragraph of section9] of this Act. the name and residence of the proprietor of the copyright or of any portion of such copyright. PART V REGISTRATION OF BOOKS 18. the size. 7. the number of copies of which the edition consists. by Act 3 of 1951. translator. sec.3 and Sch. 1-7-1956) 4. sec.6 for "copies thereof in manner aforesaid". by Act 10 of 1890. or editor of the book of any part thereof. Subs. the name of firm of the printer and the name of firm of the publisher. the place of printing and the place of publication.O. 8. by the A. 10. Publication of memoranda registered . when the same are not in the English language. 12.in/prbact. 5. Subs. and a copy of the memoranda so published shall be sent 6 [***] to the Central Government 7[***]. with a translation into English of such title and contents. Subs. the language in which the book is written.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA 6.f.II. as soon as may be after the end of such quarter. sec. second or other number of the edition. Page 15 of 19 There shall be kept at such office. 13. and 14. and by such officer as the State Government shall appoint in this behalf. 1973 (2 of 1974). 2. sec.15 and Sch. the price at which the book is sold to the public. the first. 9. the subject. 7. sec. 1. the name of the author. Registration of memoranda of books . https://rni. 4. Such memorandum shall (so far as may be practicable) contain the following particulars (that is to say):-1. a book to be called Catalogue of Books printed in 1[India] . leaves or pages.15. See Now the Code of Criminal Procedure. The memoranda registered during each quarter in the said Catalogue shall be published in the Official Gazette. The second paragraph rep. Such memorandum shall be made and registered in the case of each book as soon as practicable after the delivery of the 4[copy thereof pursuant to clause (a) of the first paragraph of section 9]5[***] 19. by Act 10 of 1890. for "or lithographed" (w. by Act 3 of 1914. 5. 11. the number of sheets. 3. 6.nic. whether the book is printed 3[cyclostyled or lithographed]. by Act 55 of 1955. the date of issue from the press or of the publication. the title of the book and the contents of the title-page. for "the States" 2..
The Central Government may appoint a Registrar of newspapers for India and such other officers under the general superintendence and control of the Press Registrar as may be necessary for the purpose of performing the functions assigned to them by or under this Act.O. https://rni. 19D. the average number of pages per week. the number of day of publication in the year.O. the average number of copies sold to the public and the average number of copies distributed free to the public. (3) On receiving information from time to time about the aforesaid particulars. The word "respective" omitted by the A. 1948. etc. g. the language in which the newspaper is published. issue a certificate of registration in respect of that newspaper to the publisher thereof. the average being calculated with reference to such period as may be prescribed. and" rep. as soon as practicable thereafter. 7.asp 5/7/2012 . the name of the editor. 1 Page 16 of 19 [PART VA] REGISTRATION OF NEWSPAPERS 19A. Annual statement. the Press Registrar shall cause relevant entries to be made in the Register and may make such necessary alterations or corrections therein as may be required for keeping the Register up-to-date. (2) The Register shall. periodicity of the publication of the newspaper.nic. the Press Registrar shall]. e. namely:-a. Appointment of Press Registrar and other officers.in/prbact. and may. f. i. j. On receiving from the Magistrate under section6 a copy of the declaration in respect of a newspaper 2[and on the publication of such newspaper.-- (1) The Press Registrar shall maintain in the prescribed manner a Register of newspapers. retail selling price per copy. b. It shall be the duty of the publisher of every newspaper.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA 6. 19C. the place of printing and publication.1948. to be furnished by newspapers . c. as for as may be practicable. printer and publisher of the newspaper. Certificate of Registration. any other particulars which may be prescribed. h. by general or special order. by the A. a. provide for the distribution of allocation of functions to be performed by them under this Act. d. to furnish to the Press Registrar an annual statement in respect of the newspaper at such time and containing such of the particulars referred to in sub-section (2) of section 19B as may be prescribed. the average number of copies printed. Register of newspaper . 19B. the names and addresses of the owners of the newspaper and such other particulars relating to ownership as may be prescribed. k.. contain the following particulars about every newspaper published in India. the title of the newspaper. The words "to the said Secretary of State.
19E. sec. for certain words (w. in the name of the Publishers. R. Ins. etc. If the publisher of any newspaper a.6.90.J.e. 1-7-1956). the Manager and the Editor. Annual report The Press Registrar shall prepare. 1.f.. The Press Registrar or any gazetted officer authorised by him in writing in this behalf shall. The Press Registrar and all officers appointed under this Act shall be deemed to be public servants within the meaning of section 21 of the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860). Penalty for contravention of section 19D or section 19E.B. Press Registrar and other officers to be public servants . Diwakar v.\ 19I. b of section 19D any particulars relating to the newspaper which he has reason to believe to be false. to publish in the newspaper at such times and such of the particulars relating to the newspaper referred to in sub-section (2) of section 19B as may be specified in this behalf by the Press Registrar. Clause (b) omitted by Act 26 of 1960.in/prbact. 1-10-1960). 19F.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA 1. sec. sec. Right of access to records and documents. 19J. 19K. have access to any relevant record or document relating to the newspaper in the possession of the publisher thereof. by Act 26 of 1960. in such form and at such time each year as may be prescribed. On the application of any person for the supply of the copy of any extract from the Register and on payment of such fee as may be prescribed. Delegation of powers Subject to the provisions of this Act and regulations made thereunder.1-10-1960). statistics and other information with respect to any of the particulars referred to in sub-section (2) of section 19B as the Press Registrar may from time to time require.He shall be punishable with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees.f. Subs. refused to resign and to discharge their duties as printers and publishers and the Manager and Editor of the paper. by Act 55 of 1955. the Press Registrar shall furnish such copy to the applicant in such form and manner as may be prescribed.7 (w. filed the declaration under section 19-D. were not liable for offence either under section 465 or under section 471 of the Indian Penal Code.L.e. the Press Registrar may delegate all or any of his powers under this Act to any officer subordinate to him.16 (w. refuses or neglects to comply with the provisions of section 19D or section 19E. and copies thereof shall be forwarded to the Central Government.asp 5/7/2012 . 1975 Cr. Page 17 of 19 b. Returns and reports to be furnished by newspapers . COMMENTS Where the printer and publisher of a newspaper. Furnishing of copies of extracts from Register .Guttal.f. and may enter at any reasonable time any premises where he believes such record or document to be and may inspect or take copies of the relevant records or documents or ask any question necessary for obtaining any information required to be furnished under this Act.R. Part VA containing section 19A to 191. https://rni. 2. The publisher of every newspaper shall furnish to the Press Registrar such returns.nic.e. 19G. for the purpose of the collection of any information relating to a newspaper under this Act. an annual report containing a summary of the information obtained by him during the previous year in respect of the newspapers in India and giving an account of the working of such newspapers. 19H.
(2) Every rule made by the Statement Government under this section shall be laid.] (c) prescribing the manner in which copies of any newspaper may be sent to the Press Registrar under section 11B.-. 1-7-1956). Power of Central Government to make rules.e.e. he shall be punishable with imprisonment for a term which may extend to six months.(1) The State Government may. sec.] 2[20A. (d) prescribing the manner in which a Register may be maintained under section 19B and the particulars which it may contain.3. before the State Legislature.] PART VI MISCELLANEOUS 1[20. by Act 20 of 1983. statistics or other information under section 19E. or with both. owner and editor of a newspaper and the place of its printing and publication may be printed on every copy of such newspaper]. Ins.f. may be furnished to the Press Registrar. and the time within which. c. prescribing the fees for furnishing copies of extracts from the Register and the manner in which such copies may be furnished.15.f. a. make such rules (not inconsistent with the rules made by the Central Government under section 20A) as may be necessary or desirable for carrying out the objects of this Act.e. prescribing the form and manner in which an annual statement under clause (a) of section 19D. 1-10-1960). sec.f. prescribing the particulars in which an annual statement to be furnished by the publisher of a newspaper to the Press Registrar may contain. Power of State Government to make rules . by notification in the Official Gazette. prescribing the particulars which a declaration made and subscribed under section 5 may contain. by Act 55 of 1955. 4 [(b) prescribing the manner in which copies of any declaration attested by the official seal of a Magistrate or copies of any order refusing to authenticate any declaration may be forwarded to the person making and subscribing the declaration and to the Press Registrar. 1-10-1960). by Act 26 of 1960.-. engaged in connection with the collection of information under this Act wilfully discloses any information or the contents of any return given or furnished under this Act otherwise than in the execution of his duties under this Act or for the purposes of the prosecution of an offence under this Act or under the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860).f. 3[and the form and manner in which the names of the printer. by Act 26 of 1960. Penalty for improper disclosure of information . Subs. or any returns.8. sec. sec. by notification in the Official Gazette. Subs.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA c publishers in the newspaper in pursuance of clause 19 L.. for clause (b) (w. for section 20 (w. or with fine which may extend to one thousand rupees.1984) 2.2 and Sch. make rules a.in/prbact. prescribing the form in which.e.asp 5/7/2012 .nic.(1) The Central Government may.18 (w. a. b. b. 4. as soon as may be after it is made.8 (w. Ins. 1. https://rni. publisher. Page 18 of 19 If any person. annual reports may be prepared by the Press Registrar and forwarded to the Central Government. prescribing the manner in which a certification of registration may be issued in respect of a newspaper. 3.
nic.f.. 5.f 15-3-1984).e.19.7 (w.O. 2.e. Ins.2 and Sch. By Act 10 of 1890. by Act 26 of 1960. 8.] 3 [20B. sec.I.e.f.8. Subs. however. This Act extends to the whole of India 8[***]. sec.e. by Act 26 of 1960.1-10-1960).f. Subs.[Rep. while it is in session.2 and Sch. by notification in the Official Gazette]. 1-11-1965). for certain words. sec..e. Ins. Power to exclude any class of books from operation of Act . before each House of Parliament. Subs. for a total period of thirty days which may be comprised in one session or 2[in two or more successive sessions and if. https://rni.e. 3.f. the rule shall thereafter have effect only in such modified form or be of no effect. Pt. 1-10-1960). by the A. by Act 20 of 1983.asp 5/7/2012 . sec.] 1. Rules made under this Act may provide that contravention thereof shall be punishable .9 (w.] 22. 1-10-1960).f. that any such modification or annulment shall be without prejudice to the validity of anything previously done under that rule.-. Commencement of Act. before the expiry of the session immediately following the session or the successive sessions aforesaid] both houses agree in making any modification in the rule or both Houses agree that the rule should not be made. 6. Any rule made under any provision of this Act may provide that any contravention thereof shall be punishable with fine which may extend to one hundred rupees. 1-7-1956). by Act 11 of 1915.II. 1870 (14 of 1870). Ins. sec. Ins. The words except the State of Jammu and Kashmir" omitted by Act 16 of 1965 (w.OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR OF NEWSPAPERS FOR INDIA 1[(2) Page 19 of 19 Every rule made under this section shall be laid as soon as may be after it is made. by Act 26 of 1960. as the case may be. sec. so . by the Repealing Act. for certain words (w.1 and Sch. for sub-section (w. sec. 1937. exclude any class of books 5[or papers] from the operation of the whole or any part of parts of this Act: 6 [Provided that no such notification in respect of any class of newspapers shall be issued without consulting the Central Government.in/prbact.--4[The State Government may. 7.10 (w. sec.] 21. by Act 55 of 1955. original section 22 was re. 4.] ________________________________ 1. Extent.

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