This is in answer to Ai's post on import of rifle scopes here
http://indiansforguns.com/viewtopic.php?p=65469#65469
Prohibited-no one can import it.However the govt can exempt certain categories of people from this ban.That is how people on TR and shooters can import arms and ammunition and we can import ammunition in hand baggage.
Restricted-Can be imported against an import license.This restriction would apply even if the goods are imported in personal baggage.Lots of people bring scopes in hand baggage.The customs generally does not have any problem with this.I am aware of a person who had declared this at the customs and he was waved through.I am also aware of a fellow who was arrested at Kolkata airport some years back for carrying a restricted item.
Free-No import license is required unless imported in commercial quantities.They may also be subject to any conditions that may be imposed.Therefore,while the import of muzzle loading firearms and shotguns barrels is free,only shooters can import them.
I am not very clear about how a scope would be treated if mounted on or presented with an air rifle that can be legally imported.Will try to get the official word on it.If it is allowed,would make a lot of sense for some one to import it along with an air rifle.
Not all firearms related parts are prohibited from import.Articles of base metal of general use are allowed to be imported.So screws, springs and rifle/pistol chargers are allowed to be imported.
As far as Ai is concerned,he seems to be here to sell his over priced wares which he, incidentally was not able to, on another site.He has nothing positive to contribute to the forum.I don't buy his Robin hood act either.When some one says,'It can be arranged' ,it just indicates that he is a commercial seller.