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• India has a vast and complex legal system with numerous acts and laws covering various aspects of governance, society, and the economy.
• Here is a list of some significant Indian acts and laws, but please note that this is not an exhaustive list:

1. Constitution of India (1950) – The supreme law of India that lays down the framework for government and fundamental rights of citizens.
2. Indian Penal Code (IPC) (1860) – The primary criminal code of India.
3. Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC) (1973) – Governs the procedural aspects of criminal law in India.
4. Code of Civil Procedure (CPC) (1908) – Deals with civil litigation and procedures in India.
5. Indian Evidence Act (1872) – Concerned with the rules of evidence in Indian courts.
6. Goods and Services Tax (GST) Act (2017) – Regulates the indirect taxation system in India.
7. Income Tax Act (1961) – Deals with the taxation of income in India.
8. Companies Act (2013) – Regulates companies and corporate entities in India.
9. The Banking Regulation Act (1949) – Regulates the functioning and management of banks in India.
10. Reserve Bank of India Act (1934) – Governs the functioning of the Reserve Bank of India, India’s central bank.
11. Consumer Protection Act (2019) – Ensures the rights and interests of consumers are protected.
12. Information Technology Act (2000) – Addresses issues related to electronic commerce, digital signatures, and cybercrimes.
13. National Food Security Act (2013) – Aims to provide food and nutritional security to the people of India.
14. Right to Information Act (2005) – Empowers citizens to seek information from government agencies.
15. Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act (1989) – Protects the rights of marginalized communities.
16. Environmental Protection Act (1986) – Addresses issues related to environmental protection and pollution control.
17. Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act (2015) – Deals with matters related to juvenile offenders and their rights.
18. Right to Education Act (2009) – Ensures free and compulsory education for children in India.
19. Maternity Benefit Act (1961) – Provides maternity benefits and employment protection for women.
20. The Prohibition of Child Marriage Act (2006) – Seeks to prevent child marriages and protect the rights of minors.
21. Hindu Marriage Act (1955) – Regulates Hindu marriages and divorces.
22. Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act (1937) – Governs matters related to marriage, divorce, and inheritance among Muslims.
23. Special Marriage Act (1954) – Provides a legal framework for marriages between people of different religions.
24. Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Act (1992) – Regulates the securities market in India.
25. Prevention of Money Laundering Act (2002) – Addresses the issue of money laundering and related offenses.
26. Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (1985) – Regulates the operations related to narcotic drugs and psychotropic substances.

• This list provides an overview of some key Indian acts and laws, but there are many more laws and regulations that govern various aspects of life and governance in India.
• The legal landscape in India is constantly evolving, so it’s important to refer to the latest versions and amendments of these laws.