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Section 1, National Security Act, 1980 [S1R-5HF]

As at 7 September 2026. In force from 6 February 1980.

In National Security Act, 1980 [A10-SW1]. This text from 6 February 1980. No other text held.

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Cite: Section 1, National Security Act, 1980 [S1R-5HF]. Machine: S1R-5HF.

1. Short title, extent and commencement.—(1) This Act may be called the National Security Act, 1980. (2) It extends to the whole of India. (3) It shall come into force at once.

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Force: Section 2, National Security Act, 1980 [S1R5J9] (In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—): "Force" means the Force constituted under section 4

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Section 1, National Security Act, 1980 [S1R-5HF]