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Local authorities are made responsible for blacks in their areas. Regulated movement between and into "urban" and non-prescribed areas.
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The minister could order tribes or individual blacks to move. Feelings of hostility towards whites were prohibited - used as basis for forced removals.
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The country was divided into zones for specific racial groups, causing the destruction of black communities and the uprooting of black people from their home.
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It classified South Africa into four different racial categories, forming the basis of apartheid.
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Established tribal authorities in the reserves. Uncooperative leaders were often deposed, maintaining white control over black Africans.
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All black people are required to carry passes and could only stay in urban areas for 72 hours. Blacks deemed "idle or undesirable" could be removed.
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It laid the foundation for inferior education of blacks. Black children graduated unequipped for the economy, leaving many unemployed.
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All public amenities and facilities are designated to be used for specific races, which resulted in closing most public spaces to black people.
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A Resettlement Board could remove blacks from townships, causing the destruction of many black communities.
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Increased banning orders, including any social gatherings. Anyone who commits a "wrongful" act can be tried for sabotage. Many black leaders, including Nelson Mandela, were charged.
