The Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005 (PSARA) governs the operations of private security agencies in India. Here are the key rules related to the naming of a private security agency under the PSARA Act, 2005:
- Distinctiveness: The name of the private security agency must be unique and not resemble the name of any other existing agency to avoid confusion.
- Prohibition of Misleading Names: The name should not be misleading or suggest any connection with government or public bodies unless such a connection exists.
- Non-Offensive: The name should not contain any words or expressions that are offensive or inappropriate.
- Approval by Controlling Authority: The name must be approved by the Controlling Authority (usually a designated officer in the Home Department of the respective state).
- Compliance with Other Laws: The name should comply with all other relevant laws and regulations, including trademark laws to ensure there are no intellectual property rights infringements.
- Language and Script: The name should be in a language and script that is easily understandable and should comply with the linguistic policies of the state.
For precise and up-to-date information, you may refer to the official PSARA guidelines and the respective state’s rules, as the application of these rules can slightly vary by state.
