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SHORT ANSWER: Carrying a pocket knife for self-defense is generally illegal in India. DETAILS: - Under the Arms Act, 1959, knives with a blade longer than 9 cm are considered prohibited weapons. - Carrying any knife in public without a valid reason can lead to legal consequences. PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable): - Possession of a prohibited weapon can result in imprisonment and fines. SOURCE: - Arms Act, 1959
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