The Army Act, 1950
The Army Act, 1950 governs the functioning of the Indian Army and regulates the conduct and discipline of its personnel.
Summary
The Army Act, 1950 is an important legislation that regulates the functioning of the Indian Army and governs the conduct and discipline of its personnel. The Act provides for the appointment and powers of the Chief of the Army Staff, as well as the composition and powers of courts martial that can try offences committed by army personnel. The Act also lays down provisions for the maintenance of discipline and order in the army, including provisions for punishment for offences committed by army personnel. The Act also sets out the procedures for discharge and retirement of army personnel and for dealing with complaints and grievances.
Table of Contents
| # | Section | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Section 1: Short Title And Commencement | Open |
| 2 | Section 2: Persons Subject To This Act | Open |
| 3 | Section 3: Definitions | Open |
| 4 | Section 4: Application Of Act To Certain Forces Under Central Government | Open |
| 5 | Section 5: [Omitted] | Open |
| 6 | Section 6: Special Provision As To Rank In Certain Cases | Open |
| 7 | Section 7: Commanding Officer Of Persons Subject To Military Law Under Clause (I) Of Section 2 | Open |
| 8 | Section 8: Officers Exercising Powers In Certain Cases | Open |
| 9 | Section 9: Power To Declare Persons To Be On Active Service | Open |
| 10 | Section 10: Commission And Appointment | Open |
| 11 | Section 11: Ineligibility Of Aliens For Enrolment | Open |
| 12 | Section 12: Ineligibility Of Females For Enrolment Or Employment | Open |
| 13 | Section 13: Procedure Before Enrolling Officer | Open |
| 14 | Section 14: Mode Of Enrolment | Open |
| 15 | Section 15: Validity Of Enrolment | Open |