(1) In order to test the accuracy of the working
standard, Government of Nepal may direct for the preparation of sets of
authenticated standard Measurement and Weight according to need. These
sets shall be known as the secondary standard.
(2) The secondary standard shall be of the prescribed material,
design and specifications. It shall be authenticated and stamped by the
prescribed person or authority in the prescribed manner and maintained in
the prescribed manner at the prescribed place. At periodic intervals as
prescribed, it shall be checked against the main standard and certified
accordingly along with the date of such check.
(3) A secondary standard which is not checked and stamped within
the time limit mentioned in Sub-Section (2) shall not have legal status and
shall not be used for the purposes of this Act.