Heirloom sword and lance

As per your query it is understood that you need information regarding the possession of the sword and whether you need license to possess it or not.

Yes, you have to apply to get the license for possession of the sword in India. It is not illegal to have a sword but you cannot carry it while travelling as it is a weapon and can be dangerous there is a exception in this case for the Sikhs out of respect for their religious history they can carry Kirpan but in some cases the concerned authorities has the right to take action if it is misused.

The Arms Act, 1959 is an Act of the Parliament of India to consolidate and amend the laws relating to arms and ammunition in order to curb illegal weapons and violence using illegal weapons. The Arms Rules 2016 was notified on 15 July 2016 replacing Arms Rules 1962. Under Section 3 of the Arms Act, 1959 and the chapter II and III of The Arms rules 2016 have elaborate provisions for issuance of licence and the matters related thereof. It has been made essential to obtain an arms licence by a person/ company/ manufacturer etc. for manufacture, acquisition, possession or carrying of firearms or ammunition from a competent licensing authority. Sections 5 and 7 of Arms Act 1959 read with chapter V of Arms Rules 2016 relate to the manufacturing of arms and ammunition.

You can apply for the license online also through the official website.

Hope it helps!

Regards,

Anusha Singh

You will have to apply and obtain "Arms" licence from authority concerned.

File RTI Application and seek information from SPIO, Supdt of Police and get the copy of the laid down procedure.

Information solicited:

1. Please provide me the copies of orders/notification/circular that state the "Arms' for which license has to be obtained and the laid down procedure for getting a license of the inherited treasure of such arms.