Can a doctor get licensed gun in India?

10: Doctors in Jharkhand will soon get licences to carry firearms. Concerned over the increasing attack on medical practitioners in Jharkhand and Bihar, the home ministry has instructed all deputy commissioners to immediately act on applications of private and government doctors who have asked for gun licences.

Are doctors allowed to carry guns?

From UC Davis School of Medicine, Sacramento, California; University of Colorado School of Medicine, Denver, Colorado; and Rhode Island Hospital, The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island.

Who can get a license to carry a gun in India?

WHO CAN GET GUN LICENSE IN INDIA? Non-prohibited bore licences are often granted a person of Indian nationality who have attained the age of 21 years and just in case of a ‘junior target shooter’ the person must attain the age of 16 years and therefore the person should be of sound mind.

Do you need a gun license in India?

Getting a Gun License in India comes under the Arms Act of 1959. Civilians or citizens of India who want to own a gun are allowed to purchase only NPB guns ( Non- prohibited bore). This Act allows the civilians to get a gun license if they have a major threat towards their life.

Can a doctor join army?

First of all, in order to join army, one who has completed MBBS must have passed National Eligibility cum Entrance Test – NEET PG entrance exam to pursue Masters of Surgery (MS), Doctor of Medicine (MD) or PG DIploma in AFMS PG medical admissions .

Does IAS officer get gun?

Security: They can get their own licensed guns like other citizens but they are not allotted a gun by the government. However, they are allotted three home guards and two bodyguards for themselves and their families. 4. Bills: IAS officers get free or highly subsidised electricity, water, gas and phone connections.

What is the cost of gun license in India?

How to Obtain a Gun License in India

Fresh/Addition (3 Years)	Renewal (3 Years)	Late Fees (Per Year)
Rifle	Rs.120/-	Rs.90/-
Gun/.22 Rifle/Air Rifle	Rs.80/-	Rs.60/-
M.L. Gun, Sword, Bayonet, Dagger and Spear	Rs.20/-	Rs.15/-
Duplicate license	Rs.5/-	Rs 5/-