Prohibition against transfer of certain tickets
Section 53 of the Railways Act, 1989 deals with prohibition against transfer of certain tickets. A ticket issued in the name of a person shall be used only by that person: Provided that nothing contained in this section shall prevent mutual transfer of a seat or berth by passengers travelling by the same train: Provided further that a railway servant authorised in this behalf may permit change The Act came into force on 01 Jul 1990.
A ticket issued in the name of a person shall be used only by that person:
Provided that nothing contained in this section shall prevent mutual transfer of a seat or berth by passengers travelling by the same train:
Provided further that a railway servant authorised in this behalf may permit change of name of a passenger having reserved a seat or berth subject to such circumstances as may be prescribed.
Section 53, The Railways Act, 1989 (Act 24 of 1989).
Questions about Section 53
What does Section 53 of the Railways Act deal with?
Section 53 of the Railways Act is headed "Prohibition against transfer of certain tickets". A ticket issued in the name of a person shall be used only by that person: Provided that nothing contained in this section shall prevent mutual transfer of a seat or berth by passengers travelling by the same train: Provided further that a railway servant authorised in this behalf may permit change
How do I find court cases under Section 53 of the Railways Act?
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When did Section 53 of the Railways Act come into force?
Section 53 of the Railways Act, cited as Railways Act 1989 53, came into force on 01 Jul 1990, having been enacted on 03 Jun 1989. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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