The Explosives Act, 1884 and Rules, 2008

This edition of The Explosives Act, 1884 (Act 4 of 1884) presents a comprehensive and up-to-date bare act reference for students, legal professionals, regulatory authorities, and practitioners dealing with explosives, hazardous substances, and industrial safety laws. Updated to reflect amendments and notifications applicable up to 2026, this publication ensures complete statutory accuracy and contemporary relevance.

The book reproduces the bare text of the Explosives Act, 1884, precisely as enacted and amended, with short comments where indicated, making it suitable for examination use as well as practical legal, regulatory, and administrative reference. It preserves the original legislative language without extensive interpretation, ensuring reliability and clarity.

Along with the principal Act, this edition includes important allied Acts and Rules essential for effective understanding and application of explosives law in India, including:

• The Explosive Substances Act, 1908
• The Explosives Rules, 2008 (as amended up to 2025)
• The Ammonium Nitrate Rules, 2012 (as amended up to 2025)
• The Static and Mobile Pressure Vessels (Unfired) Rules, 2016 (as amended up to 2025)

The content comprehensively covers regulation of manufacture, possession, use, sale, transport, import, and export of explosives; licensing and regulatory authorities; safety standards and compliance requirements; inspection and enforcement powers; offences, penalties, and prosecution; and special provisions relating to hazardous and controlled substances.

Whether used for academic study, professional practice, or regulatory enforcement, this updated 2026 edition delivers a reliable and authoritative legislative text of the Explosives Act, 1884, along with its essential allied Acts and Rules.