Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956

This edition of the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956 (Act 104 of 1956) presents the authoritative bare text of the law enacted to prevent immoral traffic and exploitation for commercial sexual purposes in India. The Act is reproduced exactly as enacted, setting out the statutory framework for the prevention of trafficking, suppression of brothels, punishment for related offences, and protection and rehabilitation of victims.

The book clearly lays down provisions relating to offences and penalties, powers of police and magistrates, search and rescue procedures, corrective institutions, and safeguards aimed at curbing immoral trafficking activities. The text is presented as a bare act, faithfully reflecting the legislative language, with short comments provided to aid understanding without altering the statutory intent.

This edition is particularly suitable for examination preparation, academic study, and legal reference. It is useful for law students, judicial and competitive examination aspirants, criminal law practitioners, social justice professionals, academicians, and enforcement authorities who require a concise, reliable, and up-to-date reference on the Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act, 1956.

By presenting the complete and current statutory text in a compact format, this book serves as a dependable resource for understanding and applying the law relating to the prevention of immoral traffic as applicable in 2026.