Birth & Death Registration New Rules 2026 | Who Can Approve After 2 Years? | Current Affairs MCQ

In this Current Affairs MCQ, learn about the new rules for delayed registration of births and deaths in India under the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Act, 2026.

The amended rules will come into effect from 1 October 2026. According to the new provisions, if information about a birth or death is given to the Registrar after more than two years from the date of occurrence, registration can be completed only on the order of a Judicial Magistrate of the First Class (JMFC), after verification of the correctness of the event and payment of the prescribed fee.

For delays of more than one year but within two years, an order from the District Magistrate, Sub-Divisional Magistrate or an authorised Executive Magistrate is required, along with verification and the prescribed fee.

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Question: The new rules for registration of births and deaths will come into effect from 1 October 2026. In case of a delay of more than two years in registering a birth or death, whose order will be required?

Answer: Judicial Magistrate of the First Class (JMFC)

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Channel: Current Affairs Studio
Topic: Registration of Births and Deaths Amendment Act 2026
Important Date: 1 October 2026
Key Authority: Judicial Magistrate of the First Class
Category: Indian Polity, Government Acts & Current Affairs