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The Oaths Act, 1969

Saving of certain oaths and affirmations

In force From 26 Dec 1969 Act 44 of 1969 As on 17 Oct 2026

Act 44 of 1969 Ministry Law and Justice Enacted 26 Dec 1969 In force 26 Dec 1969

Section 2 of the Oaths Act, 1969 deals with saving of certain oaths and affirmations. Nothing in this Act shall apply to proceedings before courts martial or to oaths, affirmations or declarations prescribed by the Central Government with respect to members of the Armed Forces of the Union. The Act came into force on 26 Dec 1969.

Nothing in this Act shall apply to proceedings before courts martial or to oaths, affirmations or declarations prescribed by the Central Government with respect to members of the Armed Forces of the Union.

Section 2, The Oaths Act, 1969 (Act 44 of 1969).

Questions about Section 2

What does Section 2 of the Oaths Act deal with?

Section 2 of the Oaths Act is headed "Saving of certain oaths and affirmations". Nothing in this Act shall apply to proceedings before courts martial or to oaths, affirmations or declarations prescribed by the Central Government with respect to members of the Armed Forces of the Union.

How do I find court cases under Section 2 of the Oaths 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: Oaths Act 1969 2, section 2 Oaths Act 1969, section 2 of the Oaths Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.

When did Section 2 of the Oaths Act come into force?

Section 2 of the Oaths Act, cited as Oaths Act 1969 2, came into force on 26 Dec 1969, having been enacted on 26 Dec 1969. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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