54. Official Secrecy

Every person appointed under the authority of this

Act shall, before entering upon his duties, sign a declaration pledging himself to observe strict secrecy in respect of any information, which may come to his knowledge in the exercise, performance and discharge of his powers, duties and functions under this Act, shall by such declaration pledge himself not to disclose any such information, except–

when required to do so by a Court of law; or

in order to comply with any of the provisions of this Act or any other written law.