Section 53: Grant of licence

Q: What does Section 53 of The Model Prison Manual, 2016 (TMPM) deal with?

Section 53 TMPM pertains to "Grant of licence". It is part of the The Model Prison Manual, 2016, a legislation enacted by the Parliament of India. Section 53 of The Model Prison Manual, 2016 (TMPM) governs grant of licence. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: Is Section 53 TMPM still in force?

Yes, Section 53 of the The Model Prison Manual, 2016 is currently in force across the Republic of India.

Q: What is धारा 53 TMPM?

धारा 53 TMPM is the Devanagari Hindi reference for Section 53 of the The Model Prison Manual, 2016. Section 53 of The Model Prison Manual, 2016 (TMPM) governs grant of licence. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: What is Dhara 53 TMPM?

Dhara 53 TMPM is the Roman Hindi reference for Section 53 of the The Model Prison Manual, 2016. "Dhara" means "Section" in Hindi. Section 53 of The Model Prison Manual, 2016 (TMPM) governs grant of licence. As verified on 19 May 2026.

Q: How to cite Section 53 of The Model Prison Manual, 2016?

Cite as: "Section 53, The Model Prison Manual, 2016 (TMPM)" in legal briefs. For academic writing, use the BlueBook format: The Model Prison Manual, 2016, § 53 (India).

Law on Tips Editorial Board

- (i) When the Excise Commissioner, on enquiry, is satisfied that the applicant fulfils the conditions specified, he may grant the licence to the applicant.

(ii) Every licence granted under these rules shall be in prescribed form and for a period of one year and shall be issued in the name of the applicant and shall not be transferable.