Meghalaya Prohibition of manufacture, Sale, Use and Throwing of Low Density Plastic Bags Act, 2001 (Meghalaya Act No. 4 of 2001).

This Act provides for prohibition manufacture, sale, use and throwing of low density plastic bags in Meghalaya. It establishes that no person shall a) Manufacture bags made of low density plastic; b) Sell or use bags made of such low density plastic for storing, carrying dispesing or packing of food stuff and other articles; and c) Throw, or discard low density plastic bags in public places including road drains and parks. Every authorized person shall deem to be public servant within the meaning of Section 21 of the Indian Penal Code. Any person who contravenes the provision of the Act shall be punishable with fine which may extend to 100 rupees and in case of second and subsequent offence with a minimum fine of 200 rupees which may extend to 500 rupees.