Lawgist logo - L! Lawgist.
The Commission of Sati (Prevention ) Act

17Obligation of certain persons to report about the commission of offence under this Act

(1) All officers of Government are hereby required and empowered to assist the police in the execution of the provisions of this Act or any rule or order made thereunder.

(2) All village officers and such other officers as may be specified by the Collector or the District Magistrate in relation to any area and the inhabitants of such area shall, if they have reason to believe or have the knowledge that sati is about to be, or has been, committed in the area shall forthwith report such fact to the nearest police station.

(3) Whoever contravenes the provisions of sub-section (1) or sub-section (2) shall be punishable with imprisonment of either description for a term which may extend to two years and shall also be liable to fine.

Download our fully-offline, High speed android app.- Click here

Download the App Now!

Get our Android app for fast and offline Access.

Get it on Google Play
Lawgist is not a law firm and does not engage in the practice of law or provide legal advice or legal representation. All information, software, services, and comments provided on this site are for informational and self-help purposes only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional legal advice. Use of this site is subject to our Terms and Conditions, Disclaimer, and Privacy Policy.About Us Made in ♥ with India, Internet and Lots of Courtroom Dramas