Effect of recognition
Section 17 of the Architects Act, 1972 deals with effect of recognition. Notwithstanding anything contained in any other law, but subject to the provisions of this Act, any recognised qualification shall be a sufficient qualification for enrolment in the register. The Act came into force on 02 Apr 1973.
Notwithstanding anything contained in any other law, but subject to the provisions of this Act, any recognised qualification shall be a sufficient qualification for enrolment in the register.
Section 17, The Architects Act, 1972 (Act 20 of 1972).
Questions about Section 17
What does Section 17 of the Architects Act deal with?
Section 17 of the Architects Act is headed "Effect of recognition". Notwithstanding anything contained in any other law, but subject to the provisions of this Act, any recognised qualification shall be a sufficient qualification for enrolment in the register.
How do I find court cases under Section 17 of the Architects 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: Architects Act 1972 17, section 17 Architects Act 1972, section 17 of the Architects Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.
When did Section 17 of the Architects Act come into force?
Section 17 of the Architects Act, cited as Architects Act 1972 17, came into force on 02 Apr 1973, having been enacted on 31 May 1972. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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