Section 976(f) in Police Regulations, Bengal , 1943
(f)One hand-book should last an officer throughout his service and though taken away from him while on leave for more than four months, the same hand-book shall be reissued on his return from leave. The Armed Inspector shall check the clothing of officers going on leave or finally retiring from the service against the hand-books and shall certify that the hand-book is correct. If any mistakes or shortages are found at this time, the officer shall be produced before the.Superintendent before he is allowed to proceed on leave or to resign the force.
