Arms Act, 1959 · Chapter IV: Powers and Procedure
Section 24: Seizure and detention under orders of the Central Government
The Central Government may at any time order the seizure of any arms or ammunition in the possession of any person, notwithstanding that such person is entitled by virtue of this Act or any other law for the time being in force to have the same in his possession, and may detain the same for such period as it thinks necessary for the public peace and safety.
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