Indian Post Office Act, 1898
74. General power to make rules and provisions as to rules
under Act
(1) In addition to the
powers hereinbefore conferred, the Central Government may make rules to carry
out any of the purposes and objects of this Act.
(2) In making any rule
under this Act, the Central Government may direct that a breach of it shall be
punishable with fine which may extend to fifty rupees.
(3) All rules made by
the Central Government under this Act shall be published in the Official
Gazette and, on such publication, shall have effect as if enacted by this Act.