Protection of action taken in good faith

Chapter VIII

Offences and punishments

113. Protection of action taken in good faith - (1) No suit, prosecution or other legal proceedings shall lie against the Government or any Police  officer or any public servant duly appointed or authorized under this Act. for anything done or intended to be in good faith in the due discharge of official duties under the provisions of this Act.

(2) No court shall take cognizance of any offence under this Act and alleged against police officer except with the prior permission of the Government