Section 346: Prosecution for possession of pachwai in excess of legal limit

Q: What does Section 346 of The Model Prison Manual, 2016 (TMPM) deal with?

Section 346 TMPM pertains to "Prosecution for possession of pachwai in excess of legal limit". It is part of the The Model Prison Manual, 2016, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India. Section 346 of The Model Prison Manual, 2016 (TMPM) governs prosecution for possession of pachwai in excess of legal limit. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: Is Section 346 TMPM still in force?

Yes, Section 346 of the The Model Prison Manual, 2016 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

Q: What is धारा 346 TMPM?

धारा 346 TMPM is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 346 of the The Model Prison Manual, 2016. Section 346 of The Model Prison Manual, 2016 (TMPM) governs prosecution for possession of pachwai in excess of legal limit. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 346 TMPM?

Dhara 346 TMPM is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 346 of the The Model Prison Manual, 2016. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 346 of The Model Prison Manual, 2016 (TMPM) governs prosecution for possession of pachwai in excess of legal limit. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: How to cite Section 346 of The Model Prison Manual, 2016?

Cite as: "Section 346, The Model Prison Manual, 2016 (TMPM)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format: The Model Prison Manual, 2016, § 346 (India).

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- Prosecution against members of the aboriginal tribes living in the State for possession of pachwai in excess of the legal limit should rarely be instituted. Prosecution should only be instituted against such consumers when there is proof of illegal sale of pachwai.