# The Police Act, 1861, Section 3: Superintendence in the State Government

- Act: The Police Act, 1861 (Act 5 of 1861)
- In force from: 1861-03-22
- Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs
- Source URL: https://indiacode.ecourtsindia.com/police-act-1861/section/3/

## Text

Superintendence in the 1[State Government].--The superintendence of the police throughout a general police-district shall vest in and 2*** shall be exercised by the 1[State Government] to which such district is subordinate; and except as authorised under the provisions of this Act, no person, officer, or Court shall be empowered by the 1[State Government] to 3*** supersede, or control any police functionary.

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