CHANDRAKANT HARGOVINDAS SHAH vs THE DEPUTY COMMISSIONER OF POLICE

The Supreme Court addressed the interpretation of the Arms Act, 1959, particularly regarding the classification of target shooters and the permissible quantities of arms and ammunition. The Court held that the notification issued by the Government of Maharashtra on 25th June 1982, which categorized target shooters and specified limits on possession, is valid and binding. The appeal was dismissed, affirming the High Court's decision regarding the appellant's compliance with the Act's provisions.