The Atomic Energy Act, 1962
The Atomic Energy Act, 1962 governs the development, control, and use of atomic energy for the welfare of the people of India.
Summary
The Atomic Energy Act, 1962 is an act of the Indian Parliament that provides for the development, control, and use of atomic energy for the welfare of the people of India. The act establishes the Atomic Energy Commission of India, which is responsible for the promotion and development of atomic energy, and regulates the use of atomic energy and the establishment and operation of nuclear facilities. The act provides for the safety of individuals and the environment, the handling of radioactive materials, and the disposal of nuclear waste. It also provides for the punishment of offenses related to the use of atomic energy.
Table of Contents
| # | Section | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Section 1: Short Title, Extent And Commencement | Open |
| 2 | Section 2: Definitions And Interpretation | Open |
| 3 | Section 3: General Powers Of The Central Government | Open |
| 4 | Section 4: Notification Of Discovery Of Uranium Or Thorium | Open |
| 5 | Section 5: Control Over Mining Or Concentration Of Substances Containing Uranium | Open |
| 6 | Section 6: Disposal Of Uranium | Open |
| 7 | Section 7: Powers To Obtain Information Regarding Materials, Plant Or Processes | Open |
| 8 | Section 8: Powers Of Entry And Inspection | Open |
| 9 | Section 9: Power To Do Work For Discovering Minerals | Open |
| 10 | Section 10: Compulsory Acquisition Of Rights To Work Minerals | Open |
| 11 | Section 11: Compulsory Acquisition Of Prescribed Substances, Minerals And Plants | Open |
| 12 | Section 11A: Removal Of Doubts | Open |
| 13 | Section 12: Compensation In Case Of Compulsory Acquisition Of A Mine | Open |
| 14 | Section 13: Novation Of Certain Contracts | Open |
| 15 | Section 14: Control Over Production And Use Of Atomic Energy | Open |