Official Secrets Act, 1923

This authoritative edition of the Official Secrets Act, 1923 provides a complete and updated presentation of India’s foundational law governing the protection of state secrets, classified information, official documents, and sensitive government communications. The Act outlines the offences of espionage, wrongful communication, unauthorized possession of documents, and acts prejudicial to the safety or interests of the State. This book offers clear, structured explanations of each section, including the scope of “official secrets,” the elements of the offences, powers granted to investigating agencies, and applicable penalties. It also highlights important judicial interpretations and the Act’s relationship with other legal frameworks such as the Indian Penal Code, Information Technology laws, evidence provisions, and national security statutes. Designed to support practitioners and learners, the book includes marginal notes, definitions, and contextual guidance that make it easy to navigate complex provisions. Whether for courtroom reference, investigative purposes, academic study, or administrative training, this edition delivers the clarity and accessibility needed to understand the legal boundaries surrounding government confidentiality and information security. Well-indexed and neatly formatted, it serves as an indispensable resource for those engaged with national security, criminal law, and public administration.