The Inflammable Substances Act, 1952

The Inflammable Substances Act, 1952 was enacted to regulate the manufacture, storage, transport, and sale of inflammable substances, which are a potential threat to public safety. The Act specifies the safety measures that need to be followed while handling these substances and lays down the conditions under which they can be stored or transported. It also provides for the licensing of persons who wish to engage in the manufacture, storage, transport, or sale of inflammable substances. The Act empowers the government to make rules for the proper implementation of its provisions and imposes penalties for contravention of the provisions of the Act.