THE OFFICIAL SECRETS ACT, 1923 - Khalid Zafar & Associates

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The Official Secrets Act, 1923 is a Federal Legislation that applies to the whole of Pakistan and is applicable to all citizens of Pakistan and persons in services of the Government. The Official Secrets Act, 1923 provides for the protection of official information and the prevention of unauthorized disclosure. The Act is to safeguard sensitive government information, maintain national security, and prevent espionage or unauthorized access to confidential data. The Act outlines various provisions related to the handling of official secrets, the disclosure of information, and the penalties for unauthorized possession or communication of classified material.