The Central Laws (Extension to Jammu and Kashmir) Act, 1968
Administered Ministry: Ministry of Home Affairs / Department of Jammu and Kashmir Affairs
Act details
| Short title | The Central Laws (Extension to Jammu and Kashmir) Act, 1968 |
|---|---|
| Long title | An Act to provide for the extension of certain Central Laws to the State of Jammu and Kashmir. |
| Act number | 25 of 1968 |
| Act year | 1968 |
| Enactment date | 24 May 1968 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Home Affairs / Department of Jammu and Kashmir Affairs |
| Department | Department of Jammu and Kashmir Affairs |
| Jurisdiction | Central (Parliament of India) |
| Sections | 6 |
| Schedules | 1 |
| Status | Not repealed |
| Last checked on India Code | 3 Nov 2026 |
| Source | India Code, Government of India |
Summary
Summary of The Central Laws (Extension to Jammu and Kashmir) Act, 1968
Key Provisions
1. Extension of Laws: - Specified Central Acts are extended to Jammu and Kashmir, adapting to its unique requirements.
• Notable Extension: Laws promoting administrative, economic, and judicial harmony.
2. Amendments and Adaptations: - Customized amendments for Jammu and Kashmir, considering local conditions and legal precedents.
3. Interpretation and References: - Laws and authorities referenced are interpreted in the context of the prevailing legal framework.
4. Repeals and Savings: - Pre-existing similar laws in Jammu and Kashmir are repealed, with provisions to preserve previous actions and rights.
5. Power to Address Difficulties: - Central Government empowered to issue orders resolving implementation challenges.
Legislative history
Legislative History:
The Central Laws (Extension to Jammu and Kashmir) Act, 1968
● Act Title - The Central Laws (Extension to Jammu and Kashmir) Act, 1968
● Act Number / Year - 25 of 1968
● Act ID (India Code) - 196825
● Presidential Assent Date - May 24, 1968
● Enforcement Date - August 15, 1968
● Nodal Ministry - Ministry of Home Affairs
Precedent & Historical Rationale
● Integration of Union Legal Framework - Enacted to extend the operation of various Central statutes to the State of Jammu and Kashmir, strengthening legislative uniformity and integrating key federal regulatory systems.
● Statutory Harmonization - Formulated to apply specific Parliamentary enactments relating to taxation, labor welfare, industrial regulations, and administrative functions directly to the State, amending corresponding local laws where necessary.
Parliamentary Trajectory & Enactment
● Formulation - Introduced by the Ministry of Home Affairs pursuant to orders issued under Article 370 of the Constitution extending Parliamentary legislative competence over specified subjects to Jammu and Kashmir.
● Parliamentary Passage - Debated and passed by both Houses of Parliament (Fourth Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha) during the May 1968 session.
● Presidential Assent - Received Presidential Assent on May 24, 1968.
● Enforcement - Enforced on August 15, 1968 .
Source - Official Record of Parliament, India Code, and Ministry of Home Affairs.