Essential Commodities Act
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| An Act to provide, in the interests of the general public, for the control of the production, supply and distribution of, and trade and commerce in, certain commodities. | |
| Citation | Act No. 10 of 1955 |
| Territorial extent | The whole of India |
| Enacted by | Parliament of India |
| Status: In force | |
The Essential Commodities Act is an act of Parliament of India which was established to ensure the delivery of certain commodities or products, the supply of which if obstructed owing to hoarding or blackmarketing would affect the normal life of the people. This includes foodstuff, drugs, fuel (petroleum products) etc.[1][2]
References
- ↑ Ministry of Consumer Affairs of the Government of India. Official Website. Annual Report 2005 - 2006, Chapter IV, 'Essential Commodities Act 1955'.
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