The Anti-Apartheid (United Nations Convention) Act, 1981
Learn about The Anti-Apartheid (United Nations Convention) Act, 1981 and its provisions
"Anti-apartheid United Nations Convention Human Rights Discrimination Crime Imprisonment Fine"
Summary
The Anti-Apartheid (United Nations Convention) Act, 1981 is an Act of the Indian Parliament that was enacted to give effect to the United Nations Convention on the Suppression and Punishment of the Crime of Apartheid. This Act defines the crime of apartheid and makes it an offense punishable with imprisonment and fine. The Act also provides for the jurisdiction of courts in India to try offenses committed under this Act, regardless of whether the offense was committed within or outside India. The Act is aimed at promoting human rights and preventing discrimination based on race or ethnicity.
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| # | Section | Link |
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| 1 | Section 1: Short Title And Extent | Open |
| 2 | Section 2: Application Of The International Convention On The Suppression And Punishment Of The Crime Of Apartheid | Open |
| 3 | Section 3: Punishment For International Criminal Responsibility | Open |
| 4 | Section 4: Offences By Companies, Organisations Or Institutions | Open |
| 5 | Section 5: Place Of Trial | Open |
| 6 | Section 6: Previous Sanction Of The Central Government For Arrest Or Prosecution | Open |
| 7 | Section 7: Provisions As To Extradition Act | Open |
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