The Conservation of Foreign Exchange and Prevention of Smuggling Activities Act, 1974
Learn about The Conservation of Foreign Exchange and Prevention of Smuggling Activities Act, 1974. This act was enacted to prevent illegal activities such as smuggling and conservation of foreign exchange.
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Summary
The Conservation of Foreign Exchange and Prevention of Smuggling Activities Act, 1974 is an Act of the Indian Parliament that was enacted to prevent illegal activities such as smuggling and conservation of foreign exchange. The act provides for the detection and prevention of smuggling activities, the punishment of smugglers, and the seizure and forfeiture of smuggled goods. The act also provides for the appointment of officers to investigate and prevent smuggling activities, as well as for the establishment of special courts to try smuggling cases. The act has been amended several times since its enactment to enhance its efficacy.