Act 46 of 1950 Ministry Defence Enacted 20 May 1950 In force 22 Jul 1950

Questions about Section 115

What does Section 115 of the Army Act deal with?

Section 115 of the Army Act is headed "Composition of summary general court-martial". A summary general court-martial shall consist of not less than three officers.

How do I find court cases under Section 115 of the Army 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: Army Act 1950 115, section 115 Army Act 1950, section 115 of the Army Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.

When did Section 115 of the Army Act come into force?

Section 115 of the Army Act, cited as Army Act 1950 115, came into force on 22 Jul 1950, having been enacted on 20 May 1950. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

Other sections of this Act

• 3. Definitions961 words
• 142. Presumption as to certain documents547 words
• 90. Deductions from pay and allowances of officers422 words
• 91. Deductions from pay and allowances of persons other than officers415 words
• 34. Offences in relation to the enemy and punishable with death328 words
• 151. Order for disposal of property regarding which offence is committed303 words

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