Scope of power of suspension
Section 137 of the Border Security Force Act, 1968 deals with scope of power of suspension. The powers conferred by sections 130 and 134 shall be in addition to, and not in derogation of, the power of mitigation, remission and commutation. The Act came into force on 01 Mar 1969.
The powers conferred by sections 130 and 134 shall be in addition to, and not in derogation of, the power of mitigation, remission and commutation.
Section 137, The Border Security Force Act, 1968 (Act 47 of 1968).
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Questions about Section 137
What does Section 137 of the Border Security Force Act deal with?
Section 137 of the Border Security Force Act is headed "Scope of power of suspension". The powers conferred by sections 130 and 134 shall be in addition to, and not in derogation of, the power of mitigation, remission and commutation.
How do I find court cases under Section 137 of the Border Security Force 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: Border Security Force Act 137, section 137 Border Security Force Act, section 137 of the Border Security Force Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.
What should I read with Section 137 of the Border Security Force Act, and has it changed?
Its own text turns on section 130 (Suspension of sentence of imprisonment), section 134 (Order after suspension), so none of them can safely be read on its own.
When did Section 137 of the Border Security Force Act come into force?
Section 137 of the Border Security Force Act, cited as Border Security Force Act 137, came into force on 01 Mar 1969, having been enacted on 02 Sep 1968. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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- 96. Presumption as to certain documents470 words
- 139. Powers and duties conferrable and imposable on members of the Force410 words
- 14. Offences in relation to the enemy and punishable with death321 words
- 105. Order for disposal of property regarding which offence is committed297 words
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