Section 100 in Punjab Cinemas (Regulation) Rules, 1952
100. Seating arrangements and other conditions for exhibiting video films.
(1)Seating arrangement shall be as follows :-(i)Seating in the building shall be so arranged that there is free access to the exits.(ii)The space available for each person shall not be less than :-(a)70 centimetre where backs are provided;(b)60 centimetre where backs are not provided;(c)50 centimetre where arms are provided; and(d)45 centimetre where arms are not provided.(iii)The rows of seats shall be so arranged that there is a clear space o not less than 30 centimetre between the back of one seat and the foremost portion of the seat arm or frame behind it, measures between perpendiculars.(iv)All seats shall be securely fixed to the floor.(v)The minimum distance between the video-screen or television and the front row of seats shall not be less than 2.40 metres and no person shall be admitted within such space.(vi)Every row of seats in the auditorium shall be assigned a specific distinguishing mark such as A, B, C and so on and every seat in each row shall be serially numbered. The serial number shall be inscribed at a prominent place on the seat in such a manner that the seat can be easily located.(vii)The licensee shall ensure that on every ticket which any booking clerk issues for any video shows a separate seat number is marked. The purchaser of the ticket shall be entitled to occupy the seat bearing the serial number marked on the ticket. The serial number of the seat shall be marked on that portion of the ticket which is to be retained by the purchaser so that it can be produced for inspection in case of any doubt or on demand.(2)The television set or screen for exhibition of video films shall be kept all appropriate height so as to be visible to the viewers sitting in the last row.(3)Video films shall not be exhibited in a totally dark room or auditorium. A dim light approximately of 25 to 60 watts bulb, shall be kept on throughout the exhibition of films. The bulb shall be placed at right angles to the line of vision of the public.(4)The size of the screen used for video exhibition shall not be less than 52 centimetres.
