Commission of Sati (Prevention) Act, 1987 along with Rules | Bare Act | Universal Lexis Nexis | 2024 Edition

Introducing the Commission of Sati (Prevention) Act, 1987 along with Rules, the comprehensive Bare Act by Universal Lexis Nexis in its updated 2024 Edition. This highly sought-after legal resource provides a detailed and authoritative overview of the legislation surrounding the prevention of Sati, an archaic funeral custom.

?? This 2024 edition Bare Act is an invaluable reference for lawyers, legal professionals, and scholars seeking accurate and up-to-date information on the Commission of Sati (Prevention) Act, 1987.

?? The Act prohibits the practice of Sati, which involves a widow voluntarily or involuntarily immolating herself on her husband's funeral pyre. This heinous act has been abolished in modern times, and the Act ensures that it remains strictly illegal, safeguarding the lives and rights of women.

?? Designed to combat this social evil, the Act outlines stringent provisions to prevent and punish offenders. It empowers authorities to take proactive measures, eliminate any form of encouragement or support to such practices, and engage in the rehabilitation and welfare of affected individuals.