The Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act, 1933

The Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act, 1933 was enacted to regulate the possession and operation of wireless telegraphy apparatus in India. It is an important Act that aims to prevent the unauthorized use of wireless telegraphy apparatus and to ensure that the use of such apparatus is in conformity with the law. The Act establishes the Wireless Planning and Coordination (WPC) Wing of the Department of Telecommunications as the primary authority for granting licenses and regulating the use of wireless telegraphy apparatus in India. The Act also imposes penalties for unauthorized possession, import, or export of wireless telegraphy apparatus.