Section 42 of IPC : Section 42: ''Local Law''

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Explanation using Example

Imagine a situation where the government of the state of Kerala in India passes a regulation that prohibits the use of plastic bags within its state boundaries to reduce pollution. This regulation would be a "local law" as described in Section 42 of The Indian Penal Code because it is applicable only within the state of Kerala and not throughout the entire country of India.

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