The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957
Section 22. Cognizance of offences.
No court shall take cognizance of any offence punishable under this Act or any rules made thereunder except upon complaint in writing made by a person authorised in this behalf by the Central Government or the State Government.
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