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Section___________, of the Control of Narcotics Substances Act, 1997 empower the Control of Narcotic Substances Act to override other laws?

Correct answer: C. 76

  • A. 74
  • B. 75
  • C. 76
  • D. All of above

Explanation

Section 76 gives the Act overriding effect where its provisions conflict with another law. Sections 74 and 75 address different matters, so “all of the above” is not correct.

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