This 2026 edition presents a comprehensive compilation of laws governing the protection and regulated use of national symbols, emblems, names, and honour in India. Centered on the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Act, 1950, the volume incorporates all relevant allied legislations, rules, and official orders to provide a consolidated statutory reference.
The book includes the updated text of the Emblems and Names (Prevention of Improper Use) Rules, 1982, the State Emblem of India (Prohibition of Improper Use) Act, 2005 along with the State Emblem of India (Regulation of Use) Rules, 2007, and the Flag Code of India, 2002. It further contains the Prevention of Insults to National Honour Act, 1971 and official orders relating to the National Anthem of India.
Key Features:
- Updated statutory text incorporating amendments up to date, including relevant notifications
- Complete coverage of central enactments governing emblems, national symbols, and honour
- Inclusion of allied Rules and executive instructions for practical statutory interpretation
- Clearly structured layout for quick reference and ease of citation
- Useful for compliance verification in publications, advertising, trademarks, and official communications
- Compact and professionally formatted edition suitable for court, office, and academic use
Designed as an authoritative bare act reference, this edition ensures accurate, up-to-date statutory material for those dealing with intellectual property concerns, governmental authorisations, branding compliance, and the lawful display of national symbols.