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The Assam Weights and Measures (Enforcement) Act, 1958

Validity of weights and measures duly stamped

In force Act 19 of 1959 As on 23 Oct 2026

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Act 19 of 1959

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Section 22 of the Assam Weights and Measures (Enforcement) Act, 1958 deals with validity of weights and measures duly stamped. A weight or measure or weighing or measuring instrument, duly stamped by an Inspector under this Act, shall be a legal weight or measure or weighing or measuring instrument in all places in which this Act has come into force unless it is found to be false or defective , and shall not be liable to be

A weight or measure or weighing or measuring instrument, duly stamped by an Inspector under this Act, shall be a legal weight or measure or weighing or measuring instrument in all places in which this Act has come into force unless it is found to be false or defective , and shall not be liable to be re-stamped by reason merely of the fact that it is used in any place other than that in which it was originally stamped. CHAPTER IV Penalties

Section 22, The Assam Weights and Measures (Enforcement) Act, 1958 (Act 19 of 1959).

Questions about Section 22

What does Section 22 of the Assam Weights and Measures (Enforcement) Act deal with?

Section 22 of the Assam Weights and Measures (Enforcement) Act is headed "Validity of weights and measures duly stamped". A weight or measure or weighing or measuring instrument, duly stamped by an Inspector under this Act, shall be a legal weight or measure or weighing or measuring instrument in all places in which this Act has come into force unless it is found to be false or defective , and shall not be liable to be

How do I find court cases under Section 22 of the Assam Weights and Measures (Enforcement) Act?

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When was the Assam Weights and Measures (Enforcement) Act enacted?

Assam Weights and Measures (Enforcement) Act was enacted in 1959 as Act 19 of 1959. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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