Scope of power of suspension
Section 187 of the Air Force Act, 1950 deals with scope of power of suspension. The powers conferred by sections 180 and 184 shall be in addition to and not in derogation of, the power of mitigation, remission and commutation. The Act came into force on 22 Jul 1950.
The powers conferred by sections 180 and 184 shall be in addition to and not in derogation of, the power of mitigation, remission and commutation.
Section 187, The Air Force Act, 1950 (Act 45 of 1950).
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Questions about Section 187
What does Section 187 of the Air Force Act deal with?
Section 187 of the Air Force Act is headed "Scope of power of suspension". The powers conferred by sections 180 and 184 shall be in addition to and not in derogation of, the power of mitigation, remission and commutation.
How do I find court cases under Section 187 of the Air Force Act?
In judgments and charge sheets this section is written several ways, and each form finds a different set of orders. These search the full text of every order eCourtsIndia holds, best matches first: Air Force Act 1950 187, section 187 Air Force Act 1950, section 187 of the Air Force Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.
What should I read with Section 187 of the Air Force Act, and has it changed?
Its own text turns on section 180 (Suspension of sentence of transportation, imprisonment or detention), section 184 (Order after suspension), so none of them can safely be read on its own.
When did Section 187 of the Air Force Act come into force?
Section 187 of the Air Force Act, cited as Air Force Act 1950 187, came into force on 22 Jul 1950, having been enacted on 18 May 1950. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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- 141. Presumption as to certain documents492 words
- 92. Deductions from pay and allowances of airmen414 words
- 91. Deductions from pay and allowances of officers414 words
- 34. Offences in relation to the enemy and punishable with death396 words
- 32. Priority in respect of Air Force personnel's litigation301 words
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