# The Emigration Act, 1983, Section 8: Emigration officers to be public servants

- Act: The Emigration Act, 1983 (Act 31 of 1983)
- In force from: 1983-12-30
- Ministry: Ministry of External Affairs
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/emigration-act-1983/section/8/

## Text

The Protector General of Emigrants, Protectors of Emigrants, the officers in charge of emigration check-posts, emigration officers and emigration employees appointed under this Act shall be public servants within the meaning of section 21 of the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860).

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