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The Drugs and Cosmetics Act and Rules

Section 162

In force Act 23 of 1940 As on 21 Oct 2026

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Act 23 of 1940

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Section 162 of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and Rules. Duties of Inspectors specially authorised to inspect the manufacture of Ayurvedic (including Siddha) or Unani drugs-Subject to the instructions of the controlling authority, it shall be the duty of an Inspector authorised to inspect the manufacture of Ayurvedic (including Siddha) or Unani drugs- (i)

Duties of Inspectors specially authorised to inspect the manufacture of Ayurvedic (including Siddha) or Unani drugs-Subject to the instructions of the controlling authority, it shall be the duty of an Inspector authorised to inspect the manufacture of Ayurvedic (including Siddha) or Unani drugs- (i) to inspect not less than twice a year, all premises licensed for manufacture of Ayurvedic (including Siddha) or Unani drugs within the area allotted to him and to satisfy himself that the conditions of the licence and the provisions of the Act and the rules made thereunder are being observed;

(ii) to send forthwith to the controlling authority after each inspection a detailed report indicating whether or not the conditions of the licence and the provisions of the Act and the rules made thereunder are being observed;

(iii) to take samples of the drugs manufactured on the premises and send them for test or analysis in accordance with these rules; 1. Ins. by G.S.R. 904 (E), dt. 2-11-1992.

(iv) to institute prosecutions in respect of violation of the Act and the Rules made thereunder. [162A. Qualifications of the State Drug Licensing Authority for Licensing of Ayurveda , Siddha and Unani drugs- (a) The Ayurvedic/ Siddha/ Unani qualifications as per Schedule II of the Indian Medicine Central Council Act, 1970 (84 of 1970)/ B Pharma (Ayurveda) of a recognized University.

(b) At least 5 years experience in the Ayurveda/ Siddha/ Unani drug manufacturing or testing of Ayurvedic, Siddha and Unani drugs or enforcement of provisions of Chapter IVA of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act,1940 and Rules made thereunder or teaching/ research on clinical practice of Ayurveda/ Siddha/ Unani System.]

Section 162, The Drugs and Cosmetics Act and Rules (Act 23 of 1940).

Questions about Section 162

How do I find court cases under Section 162 of the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and Rules?

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When was the Drugs and Cosmetics Act and Rules enacted?

Drugs and Cosmetics Act and Rules was enacted in 1940 as Act 23 of 1940. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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