An Act to provide for the censorship of cinematograph films and for the decertification of certified films on certain grounds. ♣ ♠
WHEREAS it is expedient to provide for the censorship of cinematograph films and for the decertification of certified films in the interest of law and order, or in the interest of local film industry, or in any other national interest, and matters incidental thereto or connected therewith;
AND WHEREAS the national interest of Pakistan in relation to planning and co-ordination and the achievement of uniformity as are referred to in paragraphs (b) and (c) of clause (2) of Article 131 of the Constitution requires Central legislation in the matter;
Short title, extent and commencement
1. (1) This Act may be called the
Censorship of Films Act, 1963.
(2) It extends to the whole of Bangladesh.
(3) It shall come into force at once.
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