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The Assam Prisons Act, 2013

Section 7

In force Act 15 of 2013 As on 18 Oct 2026

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Act 15 of 2013

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Section 7 of the Assam Prisons Act, 2013. The State Government shall divide the entire geographical area of the State into as many prison ranges as may be considered necessary, specifying their territorial jurisdictions.

(1) The State Government shall divide the entire geographical area of the State into as many prison ranges as may be considered necessary, specifying their territorial jurisdictions. Each prison range shall be headed by a Deputy Inspector General of Prisons, supported by such other officers as may be necessary.

(2) The Deputy Inspector General of Prisons in charge of a prison range shall supervise the administration of the prisons falling within his territorial jurisdiction and report directly to the Inspector General of Prisons. Superintendent and other Officers of Prisons

Section 7, The Assam Prisons Act, 2013 (Act 15 of 2013).

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How do I find court cases under Section 7 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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