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Which section of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006 sets out the powers and duties of Child…

Section 16(3) lists the duties of a Child Marriage Prohibition Officer. Section 16(4) permits the State Government to confer specified police powers, and section 16(5)…

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Which section of the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006 sets out the powers and duties of Child Marriage Prohibition Officers?

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Section 16(3) lists the duties of a Child Marriage Prohibition Officer. Section 16(4) permits the State Government to confer specified police powers, and section 16(5) authorises the officer to apply to court for specified orders.

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Option A

Section 19 empowers the State Government to make rules under the Act.

Option B

Section 16 lists the officer’s duties and addresses the officer’s powers.

Option C

Section 20 amended the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955.

Option D

Section 17 gives these officers public-servant status.

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