

The Arms Act, 1959 is the principal legislation regulating the acquisition, possession, manufacture, sale, transfer, transport, import, and export of arms and ammunition in India. This 2025 updated edition, published by Law & Justice Publishing Co., incorporates all amendments up to date, including the Arms (Amendment) Act, 2019 (Act 48 of 2019), effective from 14 December 2019.
This edition provides the complete and authentic text of the Arms Act, 1959 (Act 54 of 1959) along with the Arms Rules, 2016, as amended by G.S.R. 31(E), dated 18 January 2022, effective from 20 January 2022. It also includes important notifications granting exemptions for specified classes of persons relating to personal use, training, and participation in shooting competitions.
The book is designed to serve as a reliable legal reference for advocates, law enforcement agencies, licensing authorities, administrative officers, judiciary aspirants, and law students. The clear arrangement of statutory provisions, allied rules, and notifications ensures ease of understanding and practical application.
To further enhance its utility, the volume is supplemented with landmark judicial decisions, offering interpretative guidance on licensing, offences, penalties, and regulatory compliance under the Arms Act.
Key Highlights
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Bare Act with Comments
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Latest 2025 Edition
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Updated with:
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The Arms (Amendment) Act, 2019 (Act 48 of 2019)
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Covers:
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The Arms Act, 1959 (Act 54 of 1959)
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Includes:
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The Arms Rules, 2016
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As amended by G.S.R. 31(E), dated 18-1-2022
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Effective from 20-1-2022
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Important Notifications included:
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Exemptions for certain classes of persons for carrying or possessing arms and ammunition for personal use
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Exemptions for training and use in shooting competitions
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Along with:
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Landmark Judgments
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Clear, updated, and practitioner-friendly format
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Ideal for:
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Advocates & legal practitioners
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Police & law enforcement officials
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Licensing & administrative authorities
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Judiciary & competitive exam aspirants
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Law students & researchers
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