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The Assam Prisons Act, 2013

Section 20

In force Act 15 of 2013 As on 16 Oct 2026

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Act 15 of 2013

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Section 20 of the Assam Prisons Act, 2013. The State Government shall constitute a State Advisory Board on Correctional Administration with the following objectives : --- (a) to advise regarding well-being and welfare of all inmates of the prisons;

The State Government shall constitute a State Advisory Board on Correctional Administration with the following objectives : --- (a) to advise regarding well-being and welfare of all inmates of the prisons;

(b) to advise regarding correctional treatment and guidance of the convicted inmates with a view to their rehabilitation as law-abiding, responsible and useful members of the society;

(c) to suggest ways of improving the levels of co- ordination between Administration of Justice, Police Administration and Prison Administration;

(d) to suggest measures for creating social consciousness for the rehabilitation of offenders. Board of Visitors

Section 20, The Assam Prisons Act, 2013 (Act 15 of 2013).

Questions about Section 20

How do I find court cases under Section 20 of the Assam Prisons Act?

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When was the Assam Prisons Act enacted?

Assam Prisons Act was enacted in 2013 as Act 15 of 2013. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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