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The Cardamom Act, 1965

In force 33 sections Commerce and Industry

An Act to provide for the development under the control of the Union of the cardamom industry.

Act 42 of 1965 Enacted 09 Dec 1965 In force 05 Apr 1966 Department Department of Commerce

Administered by. Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Department of Commerce · Other Acts of 1965

Preamble

THE CARDAMOM ACT, 1965

ACT NO. 42 OF 1965

[9th December, 1965.] An Act to provide for the development under the control of the Union of the cardamom industry.

BE it enacted by Parliament in the Sixteenth Year of the Republic of India as follows:--

What this Act covers

Summary of the Cardamom Act, 1965

The Cardamom Act, 1965 was enacted to regulate and promote the cultivation, production, processing, quality improvement, and marketing of cardamom in India. The Act provided for the establishment of the Cardamom Board, which was responsible for the development of the cardamom industry, improving production standards, promoting exports, supporting research, and protecting the interests of cardamom growers. The Act aimed to strengthen India's position as a leading producer and exporter of cardamom.

Note: The Cardamom Board was subsequently merged into the Spices Board under the Spices Board Act, 1986, and the Cardamom Act, 1965 was repealed.

Objective

The main objectives of the Act are:

• To regulate the development of the cardamom industry.

• To promote scientific cultivation and increase the production of quality cardamom.

• To improve processing, grading, and marketing practices.

• To encourage the export of Indian cardamom.

• To establish a statutory authority for the development and regulation of the cardamom sector.

• To safeguard the interests of cardamom growers and traders.

Key Provisions

1. Establishment of the Cardamom Board

o The Act provided for the constitution of the Cardamom Board to oversee the development and regulation of the cardamom industry.

2. Functions of the Board

o The Board was entrusted with promoting cultivation, conducting research, improving quality, collecting industry statistics, providing technical assistance, and encouraging exports.

3. Registration of Growers and Dealers

o The Act empowered the Board to maintain records and regulate registered growers, dealers, and exporters involved in the cardamom trade.

 

4. Development Programmes

o The Board could implement schemes for improving cultivation techniques, pest and disease control, irrigation, and post-harvest management.

5. Financial Powers

o The Board was authorized to receive grants from the Central Government and utilize funds for the development of the cardamom industry.

6. Inspection and Enforcement

o The Act empowered authorized officers to inspect records and ensure compliance with the provisions of the Act and the rules made thereunder.

7. Rule-Making Powers

o The Central Government was empowered to make rules for carrying out the purposes of the Act.

Sections

Type to filter. 33 sections.

  1. 1Short title, extent and commencement
  2. 2Declaration as to expediency of control by the Union
  3. 3Repealed
  4. 4[Repealed.]
  5. 5[Repealed.]
  6. 6[Repealed.]
  7. 7[Repealed.]
  8. 8[Repealed.]
  9. 9[Repealed.]
  10. 10[Repealed.]
  11. 11[Repealed.]
  12. 12[Repealed.]
  13. 13[Repealed.]
  14. 14[Repealed.]
  15. 15[Repealed.]
  16. 16[Repealed.]
  17. 17[Repealed.]
  18. 18[Repealed.]
  19. 19[Repealed.]
  20. 20[Repealed.]
  21. 21[Repealed.]
  22. 22[Repealed.]
  23. 23[Repealed.]
  24. 24[Repealed.]
  25. 25[Repealed.]
  26. 26[Repealed.]
  27. 27[Repealed.]
  28. 28[Repealed.]
  29. 29[Repealed.]
  30. 30[Repealed.]
  31. 31[Repealed.]
  32. 32[Repealed.]
  33. 33[Repealed.]

Amending Acts

1 Act amending this enactment, passed by Parliament of India. The text above is the consolidated text as published.

  • The Cardamom (Amendment) Act, 197742 of 1977

Related Acts

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