# The Atomic Energy Act, 1962, Section 1: Short title, extent and commencement

- Act: The Atomic Energy Act, 1962 (Act 33 of 1962)
- In force from: 1962-09-21
- Ministry: Department of Atomic Energy
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/atomic-energy-act-1962/section/1/

## Text

(1) This Act may be called the Atomic Energy Act, 1962. (2) It extends to the whole of India. (3) It shall come into force on such date1 as the Central Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, appoint.

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