Section 2: Definitions

Q: What does Section 2 of The Census Act, 1948 (TCA) deal with?

Section 2 TCA pertains to "Definitions". It is part of the The Census Act, 1948, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India. Section 2 of The Census Act, 1948 (TCA) defines definitions. As verified on 22 May 2026.

Q: Is Section 2 TCA still in force?

Yes, Section 2 of the The Census Act, 1948 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

Q: What is धारा 2 TCA?

धारा 2 TCA is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 2 of the The Census Act, 1948. Section 2 of The Census Act, 1948 (TCA) defines definitions. As verified on 22 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 2 TCA?

Dhara 2 TCA is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 2 of the The Census Act, 1948. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 2 of The Census Act, 1948 (TCA) defines definitions. As verified on 22 May 2026.

Q: How to cite Section 2 of The Census Act, 1948?

Cite as: "Section 2, The Census Act, 1948 (TCA)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format: The Census Act, 1948, 1948, § 2 (India).

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In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—

"premises " means any land. Building or part of a building and includes a hut, shed or other structure or any part thereof;
"prescribed " means prescribed by rules made under this Act;
"vehicle " means any vehicle used or capable of being used for the purpose of road transport, whether propelled by mechanical power or otherwise.