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I want to have gun licence made for me for the safety of me and my fam


15-Oct-2025 (In Divorce Law)
I want to have gun licence made for me for the safety of me and my family this is why why I want to know what is the process of making gun licence and how much time will it take, is process really too lengthy as it's told..
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Answer #1
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Applying for a firearm licence in India is governed by the Arms Act, 1959 and Arms Rules, 2016. You must apply to the District Magistrate (DM) or Commissioner of Police of your area. The process involves — (1) submitting a prescribed form with ID proof, address proof, and justification for need (such as personal safety), (2) police verification of your background, character, and threat perception, and (3) medical fitness certification. Once verified, the DM reviews your application before approval or rejection. The process generally takes 2–6 months, depending on the district and police verification speed. It is indeed a detailed process due to strict scrutiny to ensure no misuse, but with proper documentation and valid grounds, the licence can be granted smoothly.
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Answer #2
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if you want gun license provided by the state govt by the order of district magistrate for safety of your and your family if you have no problem for issuing of gun license then court directed to district magistrate for providing gun license
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Answer #3
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aap apna Naam set ke antargat aap usko jo hai licence prapt karne ke sambandhit Thane Vani Rakshak police adhikshak ko jiladhikari ko Prathna Patra preshit Karen Gan chahie karte hue Parivar ki Suraksha ka Hawala dete Hue yadi koi mukadma hai ya koi baat Vivah hai ya koi aisi sthiti hai Jahan per aapke Jaan Mal ko Khatra hai to aap use chij ko jo hai application ke dwara apply kar sakte hain application ke pure process Mein Thane se verification Hota Hai Uske bad verification Jaati Hai tab jiladhikari mahoday dwara usko elav Kiya jata hai
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Answer #4
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gun license is made gently by person in defense or sports an online application may be made by filing police report then you have to submit documents like aadhar card pan card under the arms act 1959 some supporting documents to obtain the gun
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