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href=\"#\">Notes<\/a><span>\/<\/span>\n <a href=\"#\">CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964<\/a><span>\/<\/span>\n <strong id=\"bc-rule\">Rule 4<\/strong>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wrapper\">\n\n \n <aside class=\"sidebar\">\n <div class=\"sidebar-inner\">\n <div class=\"sb-brand\">\n <div class=\"ico\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/div>\n <div class=\"name\">CSS ADDA<\/div>\n <div class=\"sub\">Promotion Exams Portal<\/div>\n <div class=\"pill\">CCS Conduct Rules<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"toc-hd\">\ud83d\udccb Table of Contents<\/div>\n <div class=\"toc-sub\">The Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964<\/div>\n\n <ul class=\"toc-list\">\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule1\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 1 \u2014 Short Title, Commencement & Application<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">01<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule2\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcd6<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 2 \u2014 Definitions<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">02<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule3\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\u2b50<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 3 \u2014 General<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">03<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule4\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83c\udfe2<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 4 \u2014 Employment of Near Relatives in Companies or Firms<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">04<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule5\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\uddf3\ufe0f<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 5 \u2014 Taking Part in Politics and Elections<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">05<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule6\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 6 \u2014 Joining of Associations by Government Servants<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">06<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule7\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udeab<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 7 \u2014 Demonstration and Strikes<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">07<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule8\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcf0<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 8 \u2014 Connection with Press or Other Media<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">08<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule9\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcac<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 9 \u2014 Criticism of Government<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">09<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule10\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 10 \u2014 Evidence before Committee or any other Authority<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">10<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule11\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 11 \u2014 Unauthorised Communication of Information<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">11<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule12\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 12 \u2014 Subscriptions<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">12<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule13\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83c\udf81<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 13 \u2014 Gifts<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">13<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule14\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83c\udfc6<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 14 \u2014 Public Demonstrations in Honour of Government Servants<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">14<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule15\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcbc<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 15 \u2014 Private Trade or Employment<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">15<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule16\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcc8<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 16 \u2014 Investment, Lending and Borrowing<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">16<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule17\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcb3<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 17 \u2014 Insolvency and Habitual Indebtedness<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">17<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule18\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83c\udfe0<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 18 \u2014 Movable, Immovable and Valuable Property<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">18<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule19\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 19 \u2014 Vindication of Acts and Character of Government Servant<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">19<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule20\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udce3<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 20 \u2014 Canvassing of Non-Official or other Outside Influence<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">20<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule21\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udc8d<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 21 \u2014 Restriction Regarding Marriage<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">21<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule22\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udead<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 22 \u2014 Consumption of Intoxicating Drinks and Drugs<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">22<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule23\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 23 \u2014 Interpretation<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">23<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule24\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udd11<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 24 \u2014 Delegation of Powers<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">24<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule25\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 25 \u2014 Repeal and Saving<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">25<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"misc\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Miscellaneous Matters<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">\u2605<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/aside>\n\n \n <main class=\"main\">\n <div class=\"pg-head\">\n <h1>CCS (Conduct) Rules \u2014 Study Notes<\/h1>\n <div class=\"pg-sub\">Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964 \u00b7 CSS ADDA Promotion Exams Portal<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"content-area\">\n\n \n <div id=\"rule1\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 1<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Short Title, Commencement and Application<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. Title, Commencement & Scope<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (1):<\/strong> These rules may be called the <strong>Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (2):<\/strong> They shall <strong>come into force at once<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (3):<\/strong> Subject to the provisions of the Indian Foreign Service (Conduct and Discipline) Rules, 1961, these rules shall apply to <strong>every person appointed to a civil service or post (including a civilian in Defence Service) in connection with the affairs of the Union<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Who Is Excluded \u2014 First Proviso<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Nothing in these rules shall apply to any Government servant who is:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\ude82<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> A <strong>railway servant<\/strong> as defined under the Indian Railways Act, 1890; or a person holding a post in the Railway Board subject to the Railway Services (Conduct) Rules; or holding any post under the administrative control of the Railway Board or Financial Commissioner of Railways.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> A member of an <strong>All India Service<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>(c)<\/strong> A holder of any post in respect of which the <strong>President has, by general or special order, directed that these rules shall not apply<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Partial Exclusion \u2014 Second Proviso (Industrial\/Field Establishments)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>The following rules shall <strong>not apply<\/strong> to any Government servant who draws pay not exceeding <strong>\u20b9500 per mensem<\/strong> and holds a <strong>non-gazetted post<\/strong> in any of the following establishments owned or managed by the Government:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div style=\"background:#f7f8fc;border:1px solid #c8d0e8;border-radius:7px;padding:11px 15px;margin:9px 0 12px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.9;\">\n <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:2px 18px;\">\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 4<\/strong> \u2014 Employment of Near Relatives<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 6<\/strong> \u2014 Connection with Press<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 7<\/strong> \u2014 Demonstration and Strikes<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 12<\/strong> \u2014 Subscriptions<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 14<\/strong> \u2014 Public Demonstrations in Honour of GS<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 15(3)<\/strong> \u2014 Reporting Family's Trade\/Business<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 16<\/strong> \u2014 Investment, Lending and Borrowing<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 18(1)(2)(3)<\/strong> \u2014 Property Returns & Transactions<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 19<\/strong> \u2014 Vindication of Acts and Character<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 20<\/strong> \u2014 Canvassing of Non-Official Influence<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 21<\/strong> \u2014 Restriction Regarding Marriage<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:4px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u2693<\/span><span>Ports, docks, wharves or jetties<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f<\/span><span>Defence installations (except training establishments)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfd7\ufe0f<\/span><span>Public works establishments \u2014 work-charged staff only<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udca1<\/span><span>Irrigation and electric power establishments<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u26cf\ufe0f<\/span><span>Mines (as defined in the Mines Act, 1952)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfed<\/span><span>Factories (as defined in the Factories Act, 1948)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\ude9c<\/span><span>Field units of the Central Tractor Organisation employing workmen governed by labour laws<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation to Second Proviso<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>The expression 'establishment' in the second proviso shall <strong>not include<\/strong> any railway establishment or any office mainly concerned with <strong>administrative, managerial, supervisory, security or welfare functions<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Third Proviso:<\/strong> These rules shall apply to any person temporarily transferred to a railway service or post (first proviso) if, but for such transfer, these rules would have applied to him.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 1 (4 Decisions + 2A)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Honorary Workers in Civil Posts: How CCS (Conduct) Rules Apply<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Honorary employment should be <strong>exceptional<\/strong> \u2014 only in abnormal circumstances or when suitable paid employees are not available. Offered only to persons of meritorious service, eminence and integrity.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Services should be utilised in an <strong>advisory capacity only<\/strong> \u2014 no executive, administrative or judicial powers.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span>Honorary workers shall be paid a <strong>nominal salary of \u20b91 per month<\/strong> to bring them within the ambit of the Government Servants Conduct Rules. They may voluntarily surrender this nominal salary by writing to the Accounts Officer.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span><span>Honorary workers are <strong>automatically subject to the Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923<\/strong> \u2014 no separate declaration required, but the position should be made clear at appointment.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>For honorary workers prominent in public or political life, Rules 8 (press), 9 (criticism of Government) and 5 (politics) shall as a <strong>working arrangement not be strictly enforced<\/strong> in so far as participation in politics is concerned. All other rules apply fully.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>For <strong>Members of Parliament<\/strong> employed in honorary capacity \u2014 must not amount to <strong>holding office of profit<\/strong> under Article 102(1)(a). Nominal salary requirement (clause iv) shall <strong>not<\/strong> be enforced; advisory-only restriction (clause iii) shall be <strong>strictly adhered to<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>All proposals for employment of honorary workers, or for relaxation of any of the basic principles, must be referred to the <strong>Ministry of Home Affairs for prior concurrence<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\">Source: MHA OM No. 25\/2\/50-Ests.(A), dated 20.06.1951<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 2, 2A \u2014 Applicability to Public Undertakings<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Wholly Government-financed corporate undertakings<\/strong> (where whole capital is invested by the State): The activities of employees should be restricted in the <strong>same manner as GS directly under Government<\/strong>. CCS (Conduct) Rules should be extended \u2014 either by rules under statutory authority or as terms of contract.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Corporate undertakings controlled or partly financed by Government:<\/strong> CCS (Conduct) Rules should be applied <strong>wherever possible<\/strong> with such modifications as may be necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Statutory and other corporate public sector undertakings should be advised to bring their Conduct Rules in line with the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964 \u2014 incorporating particularly the <strong>integrity-related provisions<\/strong> recommended by the Santhanam Committee.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Commissions\/Committees: Applicability Depends on Formal Appointment<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>The CCS (Conduct) Rules apply to <strong>all persons formally appointed to a civil service or post<\/strong> \u2014 not merely because they receive remuneration from Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Non-official members of Commissions\/Boards\/Committees who prefer to maintain their non-official status should be appointed as Chairman\/Member of the Commission\/Committee <strong>without reference to any civil service or post<\/strong> \u2014 on suitable honoraria \u2014 so that the rules do not apply to them.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Where honoraria sanctioned for honorary workers are substantial, the <strong>honorary character of the employment is lost<\/strong>. Honorarium should be nominal \u2014 not equivalent to regular salary \u2014 if the non-official status is to be maintained.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Extra-Departmental Agents (Posts & Telegraphs): Not Applicable<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>The President has directed that the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964 shall <strong>not apply to any Extra-Departmental Agent in the Posts and Telegraphs Department<\/strong> who does not hold any other post in connection with the affairs of the Union.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\">Source: MHA Notification No. F.25\/29\/57-Ests.(A), dated 25.01.1959<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule2\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 2<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Definitions<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">Key Definitions Under the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964<\/div>\n\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>\"The Government\"<\/strong> means the <strong>Central Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udc64<\/span><span><strong>\"Government servant\"<\/strong> means any person appointed by Government to any civil service or post in connection with the affairs of the Union \u2014 includes a <strong>civilian in a Defence Service<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation \u2014 GS on Deputation \/ Foreign Service<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>A Government servant whose services are placed at the disposal of a <strong>company, corporation, organisation or local authority<\/strong> by the Government shall, for the purpose of these rules, be deemed to be a Government servant serving under the Government \u2014 <strong>notwithstanding that his salary is drawn from sources other than the Consolidated Fund of India<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67<\/span><span><strong>\"Members of family\"<\/strong> in relation to a Government servant includes:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udc91<\/span><span><strong>(i)<\/strong> The <strong>wife or husband<\/strong> \u2014 whether residing with the GS or not \u2014 but does <strong>not include<\/strong> a wife or husband separated by <strong>decree or order of a competent Court<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udc66<\/span><span><strong>(ii)<\/strong> <strong>Son, daughter, step-son or step-daughter<\/strong> who is <strong>wholly dependent<\/strong> on the GS \u2014 but does <strong>not include<\/strong> a child\/step-child no longer dependent on the GS, or of whose custody the GS has been deprived by or under any law.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udc65<\/span><span><strong>(iii)<\/strong> Any other person related, whether by <strong>blood or marriage<\/strong>, to the GS or to the GS's wife or husband, and <strong>wholly dependent<\/strong> on the GS.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Key Test for \"Member of Family\":<\/strong> The critical factor for clause (iii) is <strong>whole dependence<\/strong> on the Government servant. A relative who is financially independent does not fall within the definition, regardless of blood or marital relationship.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule3\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 3<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">General<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Sub-rule (1) \u2014 General Obligations at All Times<\/div>\n <p style=\"font-size:13.5px;color:#444;margin:0 0 8px;\">Every Government servant shall at all times maintain:<\/p>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(i)<\/strong> Absolute <strong>integrity<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(ii)<\/strong> <strong>Devotion to duty<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(iii)<\/strong> Do nothing which is <strong>unbecoming of a Government servant<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f Clauses (iv)\u2013(xxi): Added by Third Amendment Rules, 2014 (w.e.f. 27.11.2014)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(iv)<\/strong> Commit himself to and uphold the <strong>supremacy of the Constitution and democratic values<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(v)<\/strong> Defend and uphold the <strong>sovereignty and integrity of India<\/strong>, security of the State, public order, decency and morality<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(vi)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>high ethical standards and honesty<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(vii)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>political neutrality<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(viii)<\/strong> Promote the principles of <strong>merit, fairness and impartiality<\/strong> in the discharge of duties<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(ix)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>accountability and transparency<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(x)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>responsiveness to the public<\/strong>, particularly to the weaker sections<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xi)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>courtesy and good behaviour with the public<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xii)<\/strong> Take decisions solely in <strong>public interest<\/strong> and use public resources <strong>efficiently, effectively and economically<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xiii)<\/strong> <strong>Declare any private interests<\/strong> relating to his public duties and resolve any conflicts in a way that protects the public interest<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xiv)<\/strong> Not place himself under any <strong>financial or other obligation<\/strong> to any individual or organisation which may influence him in the performance of his official duties<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xv)<\/strong> Not <strong>misuse his position<\/strong> as a civil servant and not take decisions to derive financial or material benefits for himself, his family or his friends<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xvi)<\/strong> Make choices, take decisions and make recommendations <strong>on merit alone<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xvii)<\/strong> Act with <strong>fairness and impartiality<\/strong> and not discriminate against anyone, particularly the poor and under-privileged sections<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xviii)<\/strong> Refrain from doing anything <strong>contrary to any law, rules, regulations and established practices<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xix)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>discipline<\/strong> in the discharge of duties and be liable to implement <strong>lawful orders duly communicated<\/strong> to him<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xx)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>confidentiality<\/strong> as required by law \u2014 particularly regarding information whose disclosure may prejudicially affect sovereignty\/integrity\/security\/strategic\/scientific\/economic interests of India, friendly relations with foreign countries or lead to incitement of an offence<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xxi)<\/strong> Perform duties with the <strong>highest degree of professionalism and dedication<\/strong> to the best of his abilities<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"box-red\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Explanation I:<\/strong> A Government servant who <strong>habitually fails to perform the task assigned within the time set and with the quality expected<\/strong> shall be deemed to be <strong>lacking in devotion to duty<\/strong> [Rule 3(1)(ii)].<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-red\" style=\"margin-top:6px;\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Explanation II:<\/strong> Rule 3(2)(ii) shall <strong>not<\/strong> be construed as empowering a GS to <strong>evade his responsibilities by seeking instructions from a superior<\/strong> when such instructions are not necessary under the scheme of distribution of powers and responsibilities.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\" style=\"margin-top:16px;\">Sub-rule (2) \u2014 Supervisory Responsibilities & Oral Directions<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>(i)<\/strong> Every GS holding a <strong>supervisory post<\/strong> shall take all possible steps to ensure the <strong>integrity and devotion to duty<\/strong> of all Government servants under his control and authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>(ii)<\/strong> No GS shall, in the performance of his official duties, act otherwise than in his <strong>best judgement<\/strong> except when acting under the direction of his official superior.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u270d\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>(iii)<\/strong> The direction of the official superior shall <strong>ordinarily be in writing<\/strong>. Oral directions shall be avoided as far as possible. Where oral direction becomes unavoidable, the superior shall <strong>confirm it in writing immediately thereafter<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u270d\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>(iv)<\/strong> A GS who has received oral directions from his official superior shall <strong>seek confirmation in writing as early as possible<\/strong> \u2014 whereupon it shall be the duty of the superior to confirm in writing.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\" style=\"margin-top:16px;\">Rule 3A \u2014 Promptness and Courtesy<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> No GS shall, in the performance of his official duties, act in a <strong>discourteous manner<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> No GS shall adopt <strong>dilatory tactics or wilfully cause delays<\/strong> in disposal of the work assigned to him.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\" style=\"margin-top:14px;\">Rule 3B \u2014 Observance of Government's Policies<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Every GS shall at all times act in accordance with the Government's policies regarding \u2014 <strong>age of marriage; preservation of environment; protection of wildlife and cultural heritage<\/strong>; and <strong>prevention of crime against women<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\" style=\"margin-top:14px;\">Rule 3C \u2014 Prohibition of Sexual Harassment of Working Women<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (1):<\/strong> No GS shall indulge in any act of <strong>sexual harassment<\/strong> of any woman at any work place.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (2):<\/strong> Every GS who is <strong>in-charge of a work place<\/strong> shall take appropriate steps to <strong>prevent sexual harassment<\/strong> to any woman at the work place.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation \u2014 Definition of \"Sexual Harassment\" & \"Workplace\"<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Sexual harassment<\/strong> includes: physical contact and advances; demand or request for sexual favours; sexually coloured remarks; showing pornography; any other unwelcome physical, verbal or non-verbal conduct of a sexual nature. <em>Circumstances<\/em> that may amount to SH include: promise of preferential treatment; threat of detrimental treatment; threat to present\/future employment status; interference with work or creating hostile environment; humiliating treatment likely to affect health or safety.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfe2<\/span><span><strong>Workplace<\/strong> includes: any department\/organisation\/office established or substantially financed by Central Government; hospitals or nursing homes; sports institutes\/stadiums; any place visited by the employee arising out of or during the course of employment <em>including transportation provided by the employer<\/em>; a dwelling place or a house.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 3 (25 Decisions + Sub-decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 1, 1A \u2014 Integrity for Responsible Posts; Independence & Impartiality<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>No officer who does not have a <strong>reputation for honesty<\/strong> should be placed in a position where there is considerable scope for discretion (Planning Commission's First Five Year Plan, Ch. VI).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>GS especially those holding positions of <strong>trust and responsibility<\/strong> should not only be honest and impartial but also have the <strong>reputation of being so<\/strong>. In their social relations and dealings, those holding responsible posts should ensure that there is <strong>no ground or occasion to suggest that some individuals have greater access or influence<\/strong> with them than others.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 41\/2\/55(II)-Ests.(A), dated 23.04.1955<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 2, 2A, 3, 3A\u20133E \u2014 Official Dealings with Members of Parliament & State Legislatures<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Two basic principles:<\/strong> (i) GS should show <strong>courtesy and consideration<\/strong> to MPs\/MLAs; (ii) They should carefully consider what MPs\/MLAs say but should <strong>always act according to their own best judgement<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Priority in meetings:<\/strong> Officers should set apart time daily for visitors. Within those hours, <strong>MPs\/MLAs get priority<\/strong> \u2014 except when a visitor has a prior appointment, in which case the MP\/MLA should be seen immediately thereafter. Any deviation from an appointment with an MP must be <strong>promptly explained<\/strong> and a fresh appointment fixed.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Physical courtesies:<\/strong> An officer should <strong>rise to receive and see off<\/strong> an MP\/MLA visiting him.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Seating at public functions:<\/strong> MPs appear at Article 30 of the Warrant of Precedence \u2014 above officers of the rank of full General, Secretaries to GoI etc. Block seats for MPs must be <strong>reserved till the end of the function<\/strong> and must not be occupied by others even if vacant.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Letters from MPs\/MLAs:<\/strong> Must be <strong>acknowledged promptly<\/strong>, responded to at appropriate level expeditiously, and relevant non-confidential information\/statistics furnished when asked. In doubtful cases, take higher authority's instructions before refusing.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Telephonic messages:<\/strong> Officers must <strong>not ignore telephonic messages<\/strong> from MPs\/MLAs left during their absence \u2014 must contact the Member at the earliest.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Public functions:<\/strong> MPs\/MLAs of the area must be <strong>invariably invited<\/strong> to public functions organized by Government offices. Invitations should be sent through speedier modes well in advance. Receipt of invitation by the Member must be <strong>confirmed<\/strong> by the officer\/official concerned. Functions should be held, as far as possible, when Parliament is not in session.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Parliamentary Committee references:<\/strong> Must be attended to promptly \u2014 not passed routinely down the line. A senior officer at <strong>Joint Secretary level or equivalent<\/strong> should be charged with ensuring this.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>GS's own service grievances:<\/strong> A GS should <strong>not approach MPs\/MLAs for sponsoring his individual case<\/strong> \u2014 this is prohibited under the relevant Conduct Rules (see Rule 20).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Addressing MPs:<\/strong> They should be addressed as <strong>\"Member of Parliament\" (or MP)<\/strong> \u2014 not as Member of Lok Sabha or Member of Rajya Sabha \u2014 unless greater specificity is required.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Proselytisation: Disciplinary Action Without Specific Conduct Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>A GS who <strong>participates in or organises conversions from one religion to another<\/strong> \u2014 especially by using directly or indirectly his official position or influence \u2014 acts in a manner that creates an impression of favouring persons of a particular religion. While no specific rule has been added to the Conduct Rules, such conduct may be treated as <strong>good and sufficient reason for disciplinary action<\/strong> under CCS (CCA) Rules.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/50\/57-Ests.(A), dated 15.01.1958<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 Neglect of Family: Unbecoming Conduct; Departmental Action Possible<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Neglect of wife and family in a manner <strong>unbecoming of a Government servant<\/strong> may be regarded as good and sufficient reason for disciplinary action under CCS (CCA) Rules \u2014 without invoking any specific Conduct Rule. However, if <strong>legal proceedings for maintenance are pending in Court<\/strong>, Government should not simultaneously take departmental action as it may amount to contempt of court.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/16\/59-Ests.(A), dated 01.09.1959<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 6 \u2014 Untouchability: Absolutely Prohibited; Disciplinary Action + Prosecution<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Article 17 of the Constitution abolishes untouchability. The Untouchability (Offences) Act, 1955 makes it an offence. A GS found guilty of the practice of untouchability in any form will be considered <strong>unfit for public service<\/strong> and disciplinary action will be taken against him \u2014 in addition to liability to prosecution. Government servants have a <strong>special obligation<\/strong> to enforce the Act and help create the necessary climate for complete elimination of untouchability.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 7 \u2014 Estimates Committee Recommendation: Prompt & Courteous Service to Public<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>The GS's <strong>first obligation is to render service to, and not merely to exercise authority over, the public<\/strong>. If a complaint is received and established that a GS has acted in a discourteous manner or adopted dilatory tactics, <strong>deterrent and prompt action should be taken<\/strong> against him. Training institutions must lay special emphasis on this.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 14\/9\/66-Ests.(A)-I, dated 03.08.1966<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 8, 8A, 8B \u2014 Card Playing & Lunch-Hour Discipline<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No GS should <strong>play cards on lawns or open spaces<\/strong> inside or outside office buildings. Card games should be confined to <strong>recreation rooms or approved places<\/strong>. No indoor games after <strong>7:00 PM<\/strong> except on special occasions (tournaments etc.). GS must not <strong>overstay the lunch hour<\/strong>. Violation of these instructions renders GS liable to disciplinary action.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 9 \u2014 Disciplinary Action for Misconduct in Previous\/Earlier Employment<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Action can be taken against a GS for <strong>misconduct committed before his employment<\/strong> if the misconduct has a <strong>rational connection with his present employment<\/strong> and renders him unfit and unsuitable for continuing in service. The charge-sheet must specifically state that the past misconduct renders him unfit and unsuitable for continuance in service.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 39\/1\/67-Ests.(A), dated 21.02.1967<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 10 \u2014 Display of Posters on Office Walls<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd17<\/span><span>See <strong>GoI Decision 4 under Rule 7<\/strong> (Demonstration and Strikes).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 11 \u2014 Supervisory Officers: Duty to Ensure Integrity & Devotion to Duty<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Rule 3(2)(i) \u2014 the duty of supervisory officers to ensure integrity and devotion to duty of subordinates \u2014 is intended to be invoked <strong>only in cases where there has been a failure<\/strong> on the part of the supervisory officer concerned to take all reasonable and necessary steps. It is not meant to penalise supervisors for isolated acts of subordinates beyond their control.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: Cabinet Secretariat OM No. 25\/2\/72-Ests.(A), dated 10.01.1973<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 13, 20 \u2014 Oral Instructions by Senior Officers: Procedure to Be Followed<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Six key rules on oral instructions:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Senior officers should <strong>not, as far as possible, issue oral instructions<\/strong> to subordinates.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If oral instructions are issued, they must be <strong>confirmed in writing immediately<\/strong> thereafter.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If a junior seeks written confirmation, the senior <strong>must confirm in writing<\/strong> \u2014 he cannot refuse to confirm, nor can he simply deny having given the direction.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>A junior who has received oral orders must <strong>seek written confirmation as early as practicable<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Where a <strong>Minister's personal staff<\/strong> communicates an oral order on behalf of the Minister, it should be confirmed in writing immediately thereafter.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If oral instructions from the Minister\/personal staff are <strong>not in accordance with norms\/rules\/regulations<\/strong>, the junior officer should seek further clear orders from the <strong>Secretary or Head of Department<\/strong>, stating clearly that the oral instructions are not in accordance with the rules. If in accordance \u2014 bring to the notice of Secretary\/HoD for information.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 21 \u2014 Secretaries to GoI: Not to Be Appointed to PSU Boards<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>As a general policy (with PM's approval), <strong>Secretaries to Government need not be appointed to the Boards of Public Sector Undertakings<\/strong> or companies in which PSUs are intimately involved. This applies to Secretaries of Departments irrespective of the service to which they belong.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/11\/93-Estt.(A), dated 25.10.1993<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 22 \u2014 Independence & Impartiality: Misuse of Position = Disciplinary Action<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>A GS must be impartial and must not show <strong>undue favour or ill-will<\/strong> in his official dealings. If a GS is found to misuse his official position or to <strong>abet and connive at improper and illegal acts<\/strong>, he shall be liable to disciplinary action for violation of Rule 3 of CCS (Conduct) Rules.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/10\/93-Estt.(A), dated 06.10.1993<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 23, 23A\u201323C \u2014 Prior Permission Required for Leaving Station\/Headquarters; Foreign Visits<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>A GS is required to take <strong>prior permission for leaving his station\/headquarters<\/strong>, and more so when proposing to go abroad during such absence (FR 11; CSR Article 56).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Exception:<\/strong> Separate permission may not be necessary where the GS has <strong>indicated his intention of leaving headquarters along with his leave address in the leave application<\/strong> \u2014 and if the leave is sanctioned, permission for going abroad is also implied. But leave-sanctioning authorities must keep this in mind.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Officers who are competent to sanction their own leave must obtain <strong>permission for leaving station from their superior authority<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>When seeking permission to visit abroad, the GS is required to furnish information on the proposed and <strong>previous private visits during the last four years<\/strong> (as per prescribed proforma \u2014 revised per Delhi HC direction in Chandra Kumar Jain Vs. Union of India).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Failure to obtain permission before leaving for foreign visits is to be <strong>viewed seriously<\/strong> and may entail disciplinary action.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 24 \u2014 Implementation of Prescribed Service Rules: Reduces Litigation<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Every GS is required to maintain devotion to duty and act in his best judgement. Accordingly, all GS are enjoined to <strong>faithfully implement laid down policies, rules and regulations in service matters<\/strong>. Proper implementation considerably reduces litigation on service matters.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/6\/94-Estt.(A), dated 27.05.1994<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 25, 25A\u201325C \u2014 Sexual Harassment: Complaints Committee Procedure<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Based on the Supreme Court's judgment in <strong>Vishaka vs. State of Rajasthan<\/strong> (JT 1997 (7) SC 384), every organisation must have an appropriate <strong>Complaints Committee<\/strong> for redressal of sexual harassment complaints.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>The Complaints Committee must be headed by an officer <strong>sufficiently higher in rank<\/strong> so as to lend credibility to the investigation (heading by an UDC-level officer is a mockery of the system).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Pursuant to the SC's order in <strong>Medha Kotwal Lele & Others vs. Union of India<\/strong> (2004) and the consequent amendment to Rule 14(2) of CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965: the <strong>report of the Complaints Committee shall be deemed to be an enquiry report<\/strong> (not merely a preliminary report) under the CCS Rules. The disciplinary authority shall act on the report in accordance with the rules.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule6\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 6<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Joining of Associations by Government Servants<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall <strong>join or continue to be a member of<\/strong> an association the objects or activities of which are prejudicial to the interests of the:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3<\/span><span><strong>Sovereignty and integrity of India<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span><span><strong>Public order<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Morality<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u2139\ufe0f Scope<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>The prohibition covers <strong>both joining<\/strong> a prohibited association and <strong>continuing as a member<\/strong> of one. It applies to the <strong>objects or activities<\/strong> of the association \u2014 even if the individual member does not personally participate in the objectionable activities.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 6 (2 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 How to Determine Whether an Association's Objects\/Activities Attract Rule 6<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>A comprehensive and exhaustive enumeration of objects or activities that would attract Rule 6 is <strong>not practicable<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>To prevent arbitrary action at lower levels, it has been decided that <strong>action for alleged violation of Rule 6 can be taken by a disciplinary authority only when an authority not below the level of a Head of Department<\/strong> has decided that the objects or activities of the Association concerned are such as would attract Rule 6.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Where the <strong>Head of Department is himself in doubt<\/strong>, he shall <strong>seek the advice of the Administrative Ministry\/Department concerned<\/strong> before action for the alleged violation is initiated.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA, Deptt. of Personnel & AR No. 11013\/2\/77-Estt.(A), dated 07.06.1978<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Display of Posters on Office Walls<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd17<\/span><span>See <strong>GoI Decision 4 under Rule 7<\/strong> (Demonstration and Strikes) and <strong>GoI Decision 10 under Rule 3<\/strong> (General). Affixing posters on office walls without permission renders GS liable to appropriate action.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule7\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 7<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Demonstration and Strikes<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(i)<\/strong> Engage himself or participate in any <strong>demonstration<\/strong> which is prejudicial to the interests of the <strong>sovereignty and integrity of India, the security of the State, friendly relations with foreign States, public order, decency or morality<\/strong>, or which involves <strong>contempt of court, defamation or incitement to an offence<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(ii)<\/strong> Resort to or in any way <strong>abet any form of strike or coercion or physical duress<\/strong> in connection with any matter pertaining to his service or the service of any other Government servant.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 What Constitutes a \"Strike\" (GoI Decision 2)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>\"Strike\" means <strong>refusal to work or stoppage or slowing down of work by a group of employees acting in combination<\/strong>. It includes:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span><strong>Mass absentation from work without permission<\/strong> (wrongly described as \"mass casual leave\")<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span><strong>Refusal to work overtime<\/strong> where such work is necessary in the public interest<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span>Practices likely to result in <strong>cessation or substantial retardation of work<\/strong> \u2014 including \"go-slow\", \"sit-down\", \"pen-down\", \"stay-in\", \"sympathetic\" or any similar strike; also <strong>absence for participation in a Bandh<\/strong> or similar movement<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>This list is <strong>illustrative and not exhaustive<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 7 (5 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Service Association Office-Bearers: No Dual Role<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Any Government servant who is an <strong>office-bearer or member of the Executive Committee of a Service Association<\/strong> should <strong>not himself deal in his official capacity<\/strong> with any representation or other matters connected with that Association.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 24\/1\/60-Estt.(B), dated 25.01.1960<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Definition of \"Strike\" (See blue box above)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Government servants who resort to any of the acts listed above violate Rule 7(ii) and <strong>disciplinary action can be taken against them<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/23\/66-Ests.(A), dated 09.12.1966<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 \"Gherao\": Grave Misconduct; Action Against Participants<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>\"Gherao\" involving <strong>forcible confinement of public servants within office premises<\/strong> constitutes criminal offences (wrongful restraint, wrongful confinement, criminal trespass, incitement to offences) and is <strong>subversive of discipline and harmful to public interest<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Action to be taken against prominent participants:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>Disciplinary action<\/strong> for contravention of <strong>Rules 3 and 7<\/strong> of CCS (Conduct) Rules. Charge-sheet should specify the criminal nature of the acts and that conduct was wholly unbecoming of a GS.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Absence due to participation in Gherao to be treated as <strong>unauthorized absence involving break in service<\/strong> \u2014 not regularized as leave of any kind.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>A <strong>written report to the Officer-in-charge of the Police Station<\/strong> having jurisdiction must be made requesting registration of the offence. Copies to Police Commissioner\/SP and Home Secretary of the State.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If Police fails to act \u2014 file a <strong>complaint before the appropriate Magistrate<\/strong>. In certain circumstances, a petition before the High Court for appropriate writ may be filed after taking legal advice.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/S.11\/67-Ests.(A), dated 13.04.1967 & 15.04.1967<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Display of Posters\/Notices on Office Walls<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Affixing posters and other notices on <strong>walls, doors etc. of Government offices and buildings<\/strong> by Government servants (individually or through unions\/associations) is not permitted \u2014 except on <strong>designated notice boards with permission of competent authority<\/strong> as per prescribed procedure for recognized associations.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Government servants who affix or display posters\/notices in violation of these instructions render themselves liable to <strong>appropriate action<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: Deptt. of Personnel OM No. 25\/17\/71-Ests.(A), dated 26.08.1971<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 Demonstrations Near Government Offices: Stay Inside<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>When political demonstrations are held in or pass through the <strong>vicinity of Government offices<\/strong>, Government employees should <strong>stay inside their offices<\/strong> and keep away from demonstrators or the crowd near the place of demonstration. Getting mixed up with demonstrators creates disciplinary complications.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule4\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 4<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Employment of Near Relatives of Government Servants in Companies or Firms<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. Use of Influence<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span>\n <span>A government servant is <strong>strictly prohibited<\/strong> from using their position or influence \u2014 <strong>directly or indirectly<\/strong> \u2014 to secure a job for any family member in any private company or firm.<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Restrictions on Group 'A' Officers<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span>\n <span><strong>Sanction Required:<\/strong> Group 'A' officers must obtain <strong>previous sanction<\/strong> from the Government before allowing a son, daughter, or dependent to accept employment in:\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfe2<\/span><span>Any firm they have <strong>official dealings<\/strong> with.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/span><span>Any firm that has <strong>official dealings with the Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u26a1 Urgency Exception<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a1<\/span><span>If the job <strong>cannot wait<\/strong> for prior permission, the officer must <strong>report the matter to the Government immediately<\/strong>. Employment is then <strong>provisional<\/strong> until formal permission is granted.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Mandatory Intimation (Reporting)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span><strong>General Rule:<\/strong> Every government servant must <strong>notify the prescribed authority<\/strong> as soon as a family member accepts a job in a company or firm.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Conflict Disclosure:<\/strong> Must also state whether they currently have or had any <strong>official dealings<\/strong> with that firm.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Group 'A' Exception:<\/strong> If sanction already obtained or report sent under section 2, no additional intimation is needed.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">4. Handling Official Matters & Contracts<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udeb7<\/span><span><strong>Recusal:<\/strong> A government servant must <strong>not handle<\/strong> any official matter, contract or sanction involving a firm where a family member is employed or where he\/she has any financial interest.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd04<\/span><span><strong>Procedure:<\/strong> The matter must be <strong>referred to the official superior<\/strong> and settled as per that superior's instructions.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 4<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Employment in Firms with Government Patronage<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span><strong>Balancing Act:<\/strong> The Government does not want to prevent qualified relatives from finding work, but must ensure officers remain under <strong>no obligation<\/strong> to private firms.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span><strong>Group 'A' Rule:<\/strong> If a dependent wants to work for a firm the officer has official dealings with, prior permission must be obtained \u2014 or matter reported immediately in urgent cases, with employment treated as <strong>provisional<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Awarding Contracts & Exercising Patronage<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span><strong>Mandatory Disclosure:<\/strong> If a proposal arises to award a contract to a firm where an officer's relative is employed, the officer must <strong>declare this fact<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udeab<\/span><span><strong>Recusal:<\/strong> Officer must <strong>desist from handling the case<\/strong>. It must be handed to another officer of <strong>equivalent or superior standing<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Information Required at Appointment<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\uddc2\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Initial Filing:<\/strong> All new employees (except Group D) must declare details of close relations in the prescribed <strong>proforma<\/strong> at the time of first appointment.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcc1<\/span><span><strong>Record Keeping:<\/strong> Information to be maintained in the employee's <strong>confidential report dossier<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd04<\/span><span><strong>Annual Updates:<\/strong> Changes must be reported at the <strong>end of each year<\/strong> to the Ministry or Department.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"coming-soon\" style=\"display:none; text-align:center; padding: 80px 20px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size:52px; margin-bottom:16px;\">\ud83d\udea7<\/div>\n <h2 style=\"font-size:22px; color:#1a3a6b; margin-bottom:10px;\">Notes Coming Soon<\/h2>\n <p class=\"cs-title\" style=\"font-size:15px; color:#888; font-style:italic; margin-bottom:18px;\"><\/p>\n <p style=\"font-size:14px; color:#aaa;\">Detailed notes for this rule will be published shortly. Check back soon.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule5\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 5<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Taking Part in Politics and Elections<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. General Political Activity<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Membership Banned:<\/strong> A government servant <strong>cannot be a member of<\/strong>, or be associated with, any political party or organisation that takes part in politics.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udeab<\/span><span>Taking part in any <strong>political movement or activity<\/strong> is strictly prohibited.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcb8<\/span><span>Subscribing <strong>money or aid<\/strong> to political parties or movements is not permitted.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/span><span>Assisting a political movement in <strong>any other manner<\/strong> is also a violation.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Responsibility Regarding Family<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67<\/span><span><strong>Duty to Prevent:<\/strong> It is the official's duty to prevent family members from participating in, aiding or assisting any movement <strong>subversive<\/strong> of the Government as established by law.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span><strong>Reporting Requirement:<\/strong> If unable to prevent a family member from being involved in subversive activities, a <strong>formal report<\/strong> must be submitted to the Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Final Authority<\/div>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u26a0\ufe0f Important Provision<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>If any doubt or dispute arises about whether an organisation is <strong>\"political\"<\/strong> or an activity is <strong>\"subversive\"<\/strong>, the <strong>decision of the Central Government is final and binding<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">4. Conduct During Elections<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Core Restriction:<\/strong> Officials must <strong>not canvass<\/strong>, interfere with, or use their influence in any election for a legislature or local authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\uddf3\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Right to Vote:<\/strong> Officials <em>can<\/em> exercise their right to vote if qualified \u2014 but must <strong>not indicate<\/strong> how they propose to vote or have voted.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Official Election Duty:<\/strong> Assisting in the conduct of an election as a legally assigned duty (e.g., Polling Officer, Returning Officer) is <strong>not a violation<\/strong>. <span class=\"tag-green\">\u2713 Permitted<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>EXPLANATION:<\/strong> Displaying an <strong>electoral symbol<\/strong> on one's person, vehicle or residence is deemed <strong>\"using influence\"<\/strong> and constitutes a <strong>violation of Rule 5<\/strong>.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 5<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule8\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 8<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Connection with Press or Other Media<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (1):<\/strong> No Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>, own wholly or in part, or conduct or participate in the <strong>editing or management of<\/strong>, any newspaper or other periodical publication or <strong>electronic media<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Sub-rule (2) \u2014 Exception: Official Duty<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Sub-rule (1) shall <strong>not apply<\/strong> in case a Government servant in the <strong>bonafide discharge of his official duties<\/strong> publishes a book or participates in a public media.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u26a0\ufe0f Sub-rule (3) \u2014 Disclaimer Mandatory<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>A Government servant publishing a book or participating in a public media shall at all times make it clear that the <strong>views expressed by him are his own and not that of Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 8 (1 Decision)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 AIR Broadcasts: Permission Not Necessary; Honorarium Automatically Permitted<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Government servants are <strong>not required to obtain any sanction<\/strong> to broadcast on All India Radio if such broadcasts are of a <strong>purely literary, artistic or scientific character<\/strong>. The onus of ensuring that the broadcasts are of such a character rests on the Government servant concerned.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Where no sanction is required for such broadcasts, <strong>no permission is necessary to receive the honorarium<\/strong> under FR 46(b).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>In cases where sanction to broadcast <em>is<\/em> necessary, such sanction \u2014 if given \u2014 shall be <strong>taken to carry with it also the sanction to receive the honorarium<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/32\/56-Ests.(A), dated 15.01.1957<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule9\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 9<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Criticism of Government<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, in any <strong>radio broadcast, telecast through any electronic media<\/strong> or in any document published in his own name or <strong>anonymously, pseudonymously or in the name of any other person<\/strong> or in any <strong>communication to the press<\/strong> or in any <strong>public utterance<\/strong>, make any statement of fact or opinion which:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(i)<\/strong> Has the effect of an <strong>adverse criticism of any current or recent policy or action<\/strong> of the Central Government or a State Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(ii)<\/strong> Is capable of <strong>embarrassing the relations between the Central Government and any State Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(iii)<\/strong> Is capable of <strong>embarrassing the relations between the Central Government and any foreign State<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Proviso to Clause (i) \u2014 Trade Union Office-Bearers<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>In the case of Government servants included in specified categories under the second proviso to Rule 1(3), clause (i) shall <strong>not apply<\/strong> to <strong>bonafide expression of views as an office-bearer of a trade union or association of Government servants<\/strong> for the purpose of safeguarding or improving their conditions of service.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 General Proviso \u2014 Official Capacity<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Nothing in this rule shall apply to any statements made or views expressed by a Government servant <strong>in his official capacity or in the due performance of the duties assigned to him<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 9 (4 Decisions + 4A)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 GS Visiting Foreign Countries: No Views on Indian or Foreign Affairs<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants visiting foreign countries shall <strong>refrain from giving expression to views on Indian or foreign affairs<\/strong> \u2014 in particular, from making any written or oral statements \u2014 without <strong>specific prior approval of the Head of the Indian Mission<\/strong> in the country visited.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/71\/51-Ests., dated 17.10.1951<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Estimates Committee Recommendation: Officers Must Have Freedom to Express Differing Views Internally<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>The Estimates Committee endorsed the view that Government officers must be given <strong>full freedom to express their differing views internally<\/strong> before a decision is taken. It is entirely for the Minister to accept or not accept the officer's view. Suppressing an officer's ability to express differing views damages morale and administration.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>The Committee also urged Government to <strong>shield officers against unjustified attacks<\/strong> for actions done in good faith.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 14\/9\/66-Ests.(A)-II, dated 03.08.1966<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Evidence Before Administrative Reforms Commission<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Government servants are <strong>free to give frank expression to their personal views<\/strong> before the Administrative Reforms Commission under Rule 10(3) \u2014 <strong>no prior permission of Government or Head of Department is required<\/strong> for this purpose.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>However, the evidence tendered <strong>should not be given publicity<\/strong> as that would amount to public criticism of Government (Rule 9) or unauthorized communication of information (Rule 11).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/8\/66-Ests.(A), dated 27.07.1966<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 4, 4A \u2014 Service Associations Passing Resolutions Criticising Government: Disciplinary Action<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Service associations (including Federations\/Unions) passing resolutions, making statements or expressing opinions that <strong>violate Rule 9<\/strong> render the individual signatories\/parties (serving Government employees) liable to <strong>disciplinary action<\/strong>. Cadre controlling authorities should view such misconduct seriously.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>This applies to office-bearers of associations, editors\/publishers of journals issued by such associations, and individuals who in their personal capacity or as part of such bodies violate Rule 9.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule10\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 10<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Evidence Before Committee or Any Other Authority<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (1):<\/strong> Save as provided in sub-rule (3), no Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>, give evidence in connection with any enquiry conducted by any person, committee or authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (2):<\/strong> Where sanction has been accorded under sub-rule (1), no Government servant giving such evidence shall <strong>criticise the policy or any action of the Central Government or of a State Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Sub-rule (3) \u2014 Exceptions: No Prior Sanction Required for<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> Evidence given at an enquiry before an authority <strong>appointed by the Government, Parliament or a State Legislature<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> Evidence given in any <strong>judicial enquiry<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(c)<\/strong> Evidence given at any <strong>departmental enquiry ordered by authorities subordinate to the Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u2696\ufe0f Key Distinction<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Prior sanction needed:<\/strong> Evidence before committees\/authorities <em>not<\/em> appointed by Government, Parliament or State Legislature \u2014 and not a judicial or departmental enquiry.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>No prior sanction needed:<\/strong> Parliamentary\/State Legislature committees, judicial enquiries, departmental enquiries by subordinate authorities. But even if no sanction needed, criticism of Government policy is still prohibited under sub-rule (2).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 10 (1 Decision)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Evidence Before the Fourth Central Pay Commission<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Secretaries:<\/strong> May, if they desire, give personal views in light of their own knowledge and experience \u2014 <strong>without prior Government permission<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Other Secretariat officers<\/strong> (Additional\/Joint\/Deputy\/Under Secretaries) and <strong>Heads of Departments<\/strong>: May be permitted by Government to give evidence orally or in writing on matters in their respective spheres. Must obtain <strong>prior permission of Government<\/strong> before appearing.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Service association representatives:<\/strong> May appear before the Pay Commission on behalf of their service associations <strong>without prior Government permission<\/strong>, if so authorised by the association.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Individual Government servants:<\/strong> May submit Memoranda etc. to the Pay Commission in their individual capacity \u2014 provided <strong>individual grievances are not put to the Commission<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DP&AR OM No. 11013\/16\/83-Estt.(A), dated 16.11.1983<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule11\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 11<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Unauthorised Communication of Information<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except <strong>in accordance with any general or special order of the Government<\/strong> or in the <strong>performance in good faith of the duties assigned to him<\/strong>, communicate, directly or indirectly, any <strong>official document or any part thereof or information<\/strong> to any Government servant or any other person to whom he is <strong>not authorised<\/strong> to communicate such document or information.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Quotation by a Government servant (in his representation to Head of Office\/Department\/President) of or from any <strong>letter, circular, office memorandum or notes on any file<\/strong> to which he is <strong>not authorised to have access<\/strong>, or which he is <strong>not authorised to keep in his personal custody<\/strong>, shall amount to unauthorised communication of information within the meaning of this rule.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 11 (4 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Confidential Report: Identity of Recording Officer Not to be Disclosed<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>While communicating adverse remarks in the ACR to a Government servant, the <strong>identity of the superior officer who recorded the remarks should not normally be disclosed<\/strong>. The GS should focus on the defects\/shortcomings found \u2014 not on who recorded them. Disclosure may lead to unpleasantness and personal animosity.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>If in a particular case it is considered necessary, the authority dealing with the representation may <strong>at his discretion<\/strong> allow the identity to be communicated.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 51\/2\/64-Ests.(A), dated 30.03.1964<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Press Leakage: Only Authorised Officers to Meet the Press<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>All Government servants have a duty to <strong>safeguard the security of all classified information and papers<\/strong> to which they have access in the course of their official duties.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Only <strong>Ministers, Secretaries and other officers specially authorised by the Minister<\/strong> are permitted to meet representatives of the Press and give information. Any other officer approached by the press shall <strong>direct him to the Press Information Bureau<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>Any officer (other than Secretaries) specially authorised by the Minister who meets the press must <strong>immediately submit a gist of the subject discussed to the Secretary<\/strong> of the Ministry\/Department.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 29\/9\/67-Ests.(A), dated 04.07.1967<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Quoting Secret Circulars\/File Notes in Representations: Contravenes Rule 11 & Official Secrets Act<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants and former Government servants have been found quoting or copying <strong>Government circulars marked \"secret\", notes from files<\/strong> etc. in their representations\/appeals \u2014 when they were ordinarily not expected to have seen or retained such documents.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>This constitutes contravention of <strong>Rule 11 of the CCS (Conduct) Rules<\/strong> as well as <strong>Section 5 of the Official Secrets Act, 1923<\/strong> \u2014 rendering the person liable to <strong>prosecution<\/strong>. The matter can also be dealt with <strong>departmentally<\/strong> under the relevant Discipline Rules.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Unauthorised Contact with Press \/ Pseudonymous Writings: Serious Misconduct<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants have been found <strong>unauthorisedly communicating with the Press<\/strong> \u2014 in their own name or in <strong>pseudonymous names<\/strong> \u2014 criticising the functioning of their own Ministry or expressing views <strong>in direct opposition to the Minister's public statements<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Violation of the provisions of Rule 11 and the Manual of Office Procedure (paras 110 and 113) amounts to <strong>serious misconduct<\/strong>. Cadre controlling authorities are advised to <strong>view such misconduct seriously<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/16\/98-Estt.(A), dated 10.12.1998<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule12\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 12<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Subscriptions<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government or of the prescribed authority<\/strong>, ask for or accept contributions to, or otherwise associate himself with the <strong>raising of any funds or other collections in cash or in kind<\/strong> in pursuance of any object whatsoever.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u2139\ufe0f Scope of the Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>The rule covers <strong>all types of fund-raising<\/strong> \u2014 charitable, social, institutional, political \u2014 in any manner (direct or indirect). Mere <strong>payment of a personal subscription<\/strong> to a charitable\/benevolent fund is permissible (it does not amount to \"participation in the raising\" of a fund).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 12 (6 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 General Bar on Sponsoring Public Funds: Prior Permission Essential<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants should <strong>not sponsor the raising of funds from the public<\/strong> for any purpose whatsoever without <strong>previous permission<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Mere payment of a personal subscription to a charitable or benevolent fund is <strong>permissible<\/strong> \u2014 it does not amount to \"participation in raising\" such fund (except if Rule 5 applies \u2014 taking part in politics).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/4\/48-Ests., dated 28.02.1948<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Service Associations: When Members May Collect Funds (General Permission)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Members of a union may <strong>freely collect subscriptions among themselves<\/strong> for welfare activities of the union \u2014 so long as the <strong>appeal is confined to members<\/strong>, no prior permission is needed.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>If any approach to the <strong>public<\/strong> is made (directly or indirectly), prior permission is necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Where a matter affecting the <strong>general interest of members<\/strong> of a union is in dispute and union rules permit spending funds on it, members may collect funds from amongst themselves for that special purpose.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Where action is taken against a person <strong>in his personal capacity<\/strong> or on grounds particular to him \u2014 no funds should be collected even from amongst members for his defence.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 24\/10\/55-Ests.(B), dated 10.08.1955<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Flag Day Collections: Exempted (Voluntary Basis)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Government servants may participate in <strong>Flag Day Collections<\/strong> for the benefit of ex-servicemen on a <strong>voluntary basis<\/strong>. Government of India has relaxed the provisions of Rule 12 for this specific purpose.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA Memo No. 25\/33\/55-Ests., dated 31.10.1955<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 National Defence Fund: Sanction Granted<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Sanction accorded to officers at the level of <strong>Sub-Divisional Officers and Heads of Departments<\/strong> to associate themselves with raising the <strong>National Defence Fund<\/strong>. Heads of Department and District Magistrates are empowered to accord similar sanction to such other officers under them as they consider suitable.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. F.25\/64\/62-Ests.(A), dated 01.11.1962<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund: Association Not Permissible<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants should <strong>not be allowed to associate themselves with the collection<\/strong> of subscriptions for the Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>They are free to make their own <strong>personal contributions<\/strong> to the Fund.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/33\/64-Ests.(A), dated 31.10.1964<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 6 \u2014 National Foundation for Communal Harmony: Participation Permitted (Voluntary)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Government servants may participate in the <strong>fund-raising efforts of the National Foundation for Communal Harmony<\/strong> (including its \"Fund Raising Week\" and \"Flag Day\") on a <strong>voluntary basis<\/strong>. Government of India has relaxed the provisions of Rule 12 for this purpose, keeping in view the Foundation's objectives of promoting communal harmony and rehabilitating children orphaned in communal violence.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/9\/95-Estt.(A), dated 02.11.1995<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule13\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 13<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Gifts<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. General Bar on Accepting Gifts \u2014 Sub-rule (1)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Save as provided in these rules, no Government servant shall accept, or permit any <strong>member of his family or any other person acting on his behalf<\/strong> to accept, any gift.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation \u2014 \"Gift\" Includes<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Free transport, boarding, lodging or other service<\/strong> or any other pecuniary advantage \u2014 when provided by any person <strong>other than a near relative or personal friend having no official dealings<\/strong> with the Government servant.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Note (1):<\/strong> A <strong>casual meal, lift or other social hospitality<\/strong> shall not be deemed to be a gift.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Note (2):<\/strong> A Government servant shall avoid accepting <strong>lavish hospitality or frequent hospitality<\/strong> from any individual, industrial or commercial firms, organisations etc. having official dealings with him.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Gifts from Near Relatives \/ Personal Friends \u2014 Sub-rule (2)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>On occasions such as <strong>weddings, anniversaries, funerals or religious functions<\/strong> \u2014 when making of a gift is in conformity with prevailing religious and social practice \u2014 a Government servant may accept gifts from his <strong>near relatives<\/strong> or from his <strong>personal friends having no official dealings<\/strong> with him.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>A <strong>report to the Government<\/strong> is required if the value of such gift exceeds:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:8px;margin-top:9px;\">\n <div style=\"background:#f7f8fc;border:1px solid #c8d0e8;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;text-align:center;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#1e4d35;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group A<\/strong>\n <strong style=\"font-size:17px;\">\u20b925,000<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background:#f7f8fc;border:1px solid #c8d0e8;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;text-align:center;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#1e4d35;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group B<\/strong>\n <strong style=\"font-size:17px;\">\u20b915,000<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background:#f7f8fc;border:1px solid #c8d0e8;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;text-align:center;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#1e4d35;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group C<\/strong>\n <strong style=\"font-size:17px;\">\u20b97,500<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-green\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\ud83d\udcc5 2014 Amendment<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Sub-rule (2) limits substituted vide CCS (Conduct) Amendment Rules, 2014 \u2014 DOPT Notification dated 4th March, 2014 (F.No. 11013\/3\/2013-Estt.(A)).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Gifts in Any Other Case \u2014 Sub-rule (3)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>In any other case, a Government servant shall not accept any gift without the <strong>sanction of the Government<\/strong> if the value thereof exceeds:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:8px;margin-top:9px;\">\n <div style=\"background:#fff5f5;border:1px solid #f5c6c6;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;text-align:center;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#a00;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group A & B<\/strong>\n <strong style=\"font-size:17px;\">\u20b91,500<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background:#fff5f5;border:1px solid #f5c6c6;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;text-align:center;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#a00;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group C & D<\/strong>\n <strong style=\"font-size:17px;\">\u20b9500<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">4. Gifts from Foreign Dignitaries \u2014 Sub-rule (4)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Notwithstanding sub-rules (2) and (3), a Government servant (as member of Indian delegation or otherwise) may receive and retain gifts from <strong>foreign dignitaries<\/strong> if the <strong>market value does not exceed \u20b91,000 on one occasion<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>In all other cases, acceptance and retention of such gifts shall be regulated by the <strong>instructions issued by the Government from time to time<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">5. Gifts from Foreign Firms \u2014 Sub-rule (5)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>A Government servant shall <strong>not accept any gift<\/strong> from any foreign firm which is either <strong>contracting with the Government of India<\/strong> or is one with which the GS <strong>had, has or is likely to have official dealings<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Acceptance from any other foreign firm shall be subject to the provisions of <strong>sub-rule (3)<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Rule 13-A \u2014 Dowry<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall <strong>(i)<\/strong> give or take or abet the giving or taking of dowry; or <strong>(ii)<\/strong> demand, directly or indirectly, from the parent or guardian of a bride or bridegroom, any dowry.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> \"Dowry\" has the same meaning as in the <strong>Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961 (28 of 1961)<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Quick Reference: Gift Limits at a Glance<\/div>\n <div style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin-top:8px;\">\n <table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.7;\">\n <thead>\n <tr style=\"background:#1e4d35;color:#fff;\">\n <th style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;\">Situation<\/th>\n <th style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;\">Group A<\/th>\n <th style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;\">Group B<\/th>\n <th style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;\">Group C<\/th>\n <th style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;\">Group D<\/th>\n <\/tr>\n <\/thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr style=\"background:#f9f9f7;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0d8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"><strong>Near relative \/ personal friend<\/strong> (wedding, anniversary etc.) \u2014 Report required if exceeds<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#1a6b5a;font-weight:700;\">\u20b925,000<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#1a6b5a;font-weight:700;\">\u20b915,000<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#1a6b5a;font-weight:700;\">\u20b97,500<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#1a6b5a;font-weight:700;\">\u20b97,500<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0d8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"><strong>Any other case<\/strong> \u2014 Sanction required if exceeds<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#a00;font-weight:700;\">\u20b91,500<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#a00;font-weight:700;\">\u20b91,500<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#a00;font-weight:700;\">\u20b9500<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#a00;font-weight:700;\">\u20b9500<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"background:#f9f9f7;\">\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"><strong>Foreign dignitary gift<\/strong> \u2014 May retain (on one occasion) up to<\/td>\n <td colspan=\"4\" style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#1a3a6b;font-weight:700;text-align:center;\">\u20b91,000 (all groups)<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 13 (12 Decisions + sub-decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 (incl. 1A\u20131D) \u2014 Comprehensive Instructions for Foreign Dignitary Gifts<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Symbolic\/Ceremonial gifts<\/strong> (e.g., ceremonial sword, ceremonial robe) \u2014 may be <strong>retained by recipients<\/strong> regardless of value.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Non-symbolic gifts:<\/strong> May be retained if value does not exceed <strong>\u20b91,000<\/strong>. In marginal\/doubtful cases, the gift must be reported to the Ministry\/Department with estimated value; the Ministry refers the case to the <strong>Toshakhana for valuation<\/strong>. If value is within \u20b91,000 \u2014 returned to recipient. If value exceeds \u20b91,000 \u2014 retained in Toshakhana; <strong>recipient may purchase by paying the difference<\/strong> (assessed value minus \u20b91,000).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Cash gifts:<\/strong> No cash gift should be accepted by any GS visiting a country abroad as a guest of that country \u2014 even if the host country pays transport and hotel bills.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Arms and Ammunition in prohibited category<\/strong> (Schedule I, Category I of the Arms Rules, 1962) shall <strong>not be accepted<\/strong> as presents. The GS may politely decline, explaining import restrictions.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Toshakhana articles disposal:<\/strong> Articles not purchased by recipients may be: used in Rashtrapati Bhawan, PM's residence, museums, Indian embassies abroad, or Government departments; sold at auction (neutral agency, not MEA); used as counter-presents. Reserve price for first auction = appraised value + customs duty.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Head of Mission (on termination of assignment):<\/strong> May retain souvenir presents given by the Diplomatic Corps (e.g., silver salver bearing colleagues' signatures) even if value exceeds \u20b91,000.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Gifts abroad \u2014 no Toshakhana remittance required:<\/strong> If not purchased by recipient, gift can be kept in the Head of Mission's residence as an exhibit\/object of art. Ministry of External Affairs should be informed.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 2, 2A \u2014 Gifts on Retirement\/Transfer: Limits<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>A <strong>farewell entertainment of substantially private and informal character<\/strong> may be held, and gifts of <strong>trifling value<\/strong> (as defined under the Rules) may be accepted.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>At the time of <strong>transfer<\/strong>: No GS should be given permission to accept gifts of <strong>more than trifling value<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>At the time of <strong>retirement<\/strong>: Gifts from staff members may be accepted, subject to <strong>prior permission of Government<\/strong> wherever such permission is necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 3, 6, 9 \u2014 Hospitality from Business Firms \/ Foreign Firms: Prohibited<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Private hospitality:<\/strong> Officers should avoid familiarity arising out of private hospitality. When in doubt, an officer should <strong>abstain from an invitation<\/strong>. Officers should <strong>not accept invitations from persons who have cases pending before them<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>If a Minister accepts an invitation, it is <strong>not incumbent<\/strong> on the official to accept it.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Passage and hospitality from foreign contracting firms:<\/strong> Officers should neither accept, nor be permitted to accept, offers of <strong>cost of passage to foreign countries<\/strong> and hospitality by way of free board and lodging offered by foreign firms contracting with Government (directly or through agents). The only exception is <strong>training abroad offered as part of aid programmes or contracts<\/strong> with Government of India or a Public Sector Undertaking.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Contacts with business firms:<\/strong> Government servants must exercise <strong>adequate care and discretion<\/strong> when maintaining contacts with outsiders (even when necessary for public interest). Neither the Government nor the GS personally should become obliged or committed to such contacts.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Free Inaugural Flights: Prior Permission Required<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Invitations for free inaugural flights from Air India, Indian Airlines or foreign airlines amount to a <strong>\"gift\"<\/strong> under the Explanation to Rule 13(1). Administrative Ministries must consider carefully before granting permission \u2014 ensuring the GS's impartial judgment is not (or does not appear to be) affected. The <strong>Ministry of Civil Aviation must be consulted<\/strong> in all cases.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 10, 10A, 10B \u2014 Free Companion Tickets & Frequent Flier Programmes<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Government servants may accept <strong>Free Companion Tickets<\/strong> or variations thereof (including Flying Returns \/ Frequent Flier benefits) \u2014 but restricted to <strong>National Carriers only (Air India and Indian Airlines)<\/strong> for the Companion Free Scheme.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>There is <strong>no objection<\/strong> to Government servants availing of the benefit of <strong>Frequent Flier Programmes or Flying Return Programmes of other airlines<\/strong> (including foreign airlines) as well.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 8 \u2014 Membership of Foreign Book Clubs Requires Prior Permission<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>A Government servant must obtain <strong>prior permission of the Government<\/strong> before becoming a member of a book club run by a foreign agency. If membership entitles the GS to receive books as gifts, the question of acceptance is governed by <strong>Rule 13<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule14\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 14<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Public Demonstrations in Honour of Government Servants<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>, receive any <strong>complimentary or valedictory address<\/strong> or accept any <strong>testimonial<\/strong> or attend any <strong>meeting or entertainment<\/strong> held in his honour or in the honour of any other Government servant.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Exceptions \u2014 Proviso<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(i) Farewell entertainment:<\/strong> A farewell entertainment of a <strong>substantially private and informal character<\/strong> held in honour of a GS on the occasion of his <strong>retirement or transfer<\/strong> (or of any person who has recently quitted Government service) is permitted \u2014 <strong>no prior sanction needed<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(ii) Simple and inexpensive entertainments<\/strong> arranged by public bodies or institutions \u2014 permitted without prior sanction.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Note:<\/strong> Exercise of <strong>pressure or influence<\/strong> of any sort on any Government servant to induce him to subscribe towards any farewell entertainment (even if substantially private or informal) is <strong>forbidden<\/strong>. Collection of subscriptions from <strong>Group C or Group D employees<\/strong> under any circumstances for the entertainment of any Government servant <strong>not belonging to Group C or Group D<\/strong> is also forbidden.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 14 (3 Decisions + 3A)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Naming Buildings\/Roads\/Institutions After GS; Laying Foundation Stones: Against Spirit of Rule 14<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>It is <strong>against the spirit of Rule 14<\/strong> for Government servants to \u2014 accept invitations to declare buildings open, lay foundation stones of new buildings, or allow <strong>roads, bridges, buildings, parks or public institutions<\/strong> (hospitals, schools, colleges) to be <strong>named after them<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Such acts are <strong>inappropriate and inconsistent<\/strong> with the role of detached impartiality legitimately expected of Government servants and would have an unwholesome effect.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>On occasions that have <strong>cultural and sociological significance<\/strong> \u2014 especially in remote areas \u2014 participation may be unavoidable. Government servants should, <strong>as far as possible, refrain<\/strong>. When in doubt, take <strong>prior permission of superior officers<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/24\/57-Ests.(A), dated 16.09.1957<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Gifts on Transfer\/Retirement<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>See Government of India Decision No. 2 under Rule 13 for detailed instructions on acceptance of gifts by Government servants on the occasion of transfer or retirement.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3, 3A \u2014 Acceptance of Awards from Private Organisations<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>There is no specific rule on awards from private organisations, but the <strong>general policy is that awards from private bodies do not need to be encouraged<\/strong>. If a GS has done outstanding work, <strong>Government itself<\/strong> has various methods to recognize his merits.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Acceptance of awards was not objected to in some isolated cases where the body giving the award was <strong>highly respected<\/strong> and the award <strong>did not include any monetary component<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Decision 3A \u2014 Categorical prohibition:<\/strong> Government servants should <strong>not be allowed to accept awards of monetary benefits<\/strong> instituted by private trusts\/foundations etc.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Main criterion<\/strong> for granting permission: The award should <strong>not have a monetary component<\/strong>. The competent authority must decide <strong>on a case-to-case basis<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/2\/99-Estt.(A), dated 24.02.1999<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule15\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 15<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Private Trade or Employment<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. Activities Requiring Previous Sanction of Government<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udcbc<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> Engage directly or indirectly in any <strong>trade or business<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> Negotiate for, or undertake, any other <strong>employment<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\uddf3\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>(c)<\/strong> Hold an <strong>elective office<\/strong>, or canvass for a candidate for an elective office, in any body whether incorporated or not.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span><strong>(d)<\/strong> Canvass in support of any business of <strong>insurance agency, commission agency, etc.<\/strong> owned or managed by any member of his family.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfe6<\/span><span><strong>(e)<\/strong> Take part \u2014 except in discharge of official duties \u2014 in the registration, promotion or management of any <strong>bank or other company<\/strong> registered under the Companies Act, 1956 or any other law, or of any <strong>co-operative society for commercial purposes<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udcfa<\/span><span><strong>(f)<\/strong> Participate or associate in the making of:\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:6px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(i)<\/strong> A sponsored media (radio or television) programme;<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(ii)<\/strong> A media programme commissioned by Government media but <strong>produced by a private agency<\/strong>;<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(iii)<\/strong> A privately produced media programme including video magazine.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Proviso to (f)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>No previous permission is necessary where the GS participates in a programme <strong>produced or commissioned by Government media in his official capacity<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Activities That Do NOT Require Previous Sanction<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>A Government servant may, <strong>without previous sanction<\/strong> of the Government:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83e\udd32<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> Undertake <strong>honorary work of a social or charitable nature<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u270d\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> Undertake <strong>occasional work of a literary, artistic or scientific character<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfc5<\/span><span><strong>(c)<\/strong> Participate in <strong>sports activities as an amateur<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udcda<\/span><span><strong>(d)<\/strong> Take part in the registration, promotion or management (<strong>not involving holding of an elective office<\/strong>) of a <strong>literary, scientific or charitable society or club\/similar organisation<\/strong> promoting sports, cultural or recreational activities \u2014 registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 or any other law.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/span><span><strong>(e)<\/strong> Take part in the registration, promotion or management (<strong>not involving holding of elective office<\/strong>) of a <strong>co-operative society substantially for the benefit of Government servants<\/strong> \u2014 registered under the Co-operative Societies Act, 1912 or any other law.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u26a0\ufe0f Provisos Applicable to Sub-rule (2)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Proviso (i):<\/strong> The GS shall <strong>discontinue<\/strong> taking part in such activities if so <strong>directed by the Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span><strong>Proviso (ii) \u2014 for (d) and (e):<\/strong> His official duties shall not suffer, and he shall, within <strong>one month<\/strong> of taking part in such activity, <strong>report to the Government<\/strong> giving details of the nature of his participation.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Reporting Family Business (Sub-rule 3) & Fees (Sub-rule 4)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (3):<\/strong> Every Government servant shall <strong>report to the Government<\/strong> if any member of his family is engaged in a <strong>trade or business<\/strong> or owns or manages an <strong>insurance agency or commission agency<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (4):<\/strong> No Government servant may accept any <strong>fee<\/strong> for any work done by him for any private or public body or any private person \u2014 without the <strong>sanction of the prescribed authority<\/strong>. (The term 'fee' has the meaning assigned to it in Fundamental Rule 9(6-A).)<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Rule 15-A \u2014 Sub-letting and Vacation of Government Accommodation<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (1):<\/strong> No Government servant shall <strong>sub-let, lease or otherwise allow occupation<\/strong> by any other person of the Government accommodation which has been allotted to him.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (2):<\/strong> A Government servant shall, after <strong>cancellation of his allotment<\/strong>, vacate the Government accommodation within the <strong>time-limit prescribed<\/strong> by the allotting authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Supreme Court (SC in SS Tiwari vs. UOI, 29.11.1996):<\/strong> Sub-letting of Government accommodation is a <strong>grave misconduct<\/strong>. The disciplinary authority <strong>shall<\/strong> initiate disciplinary proceedings under Rule 14 CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965 as soon as the Directorate of Estates cancels the allotment on grounds of sub-letting. The findings of the Directorate of Estates shall be <strong>binding<\/strong> on the disciplinary authority. The competent authority may also consider placing the delinquent GS under <strong>suspension<\/strong>.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 15 (18 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 1, 1A \u2014 Joining Educational Institutions Outside Office Hours<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Ordinarily, no objection to pursuit of knowledge in leisure hours \u2014 subject to the condition that it does <strong>not detract from efficiency<\/strong>. Administrative authorities may require <strong>prior permission<\/strong> before joining educational institutions or University degree courses. Permission is ordinarily to be granted but may be <strong>withdrawn at any moment without assigning reasons<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Government servants belonging to <strong>Scheduled Castes\/Scheduled Tribes<\/strong> may be allowed to take full advantage of educational facilities subject to the above policy.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u23f1\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Tenure Officers:<\/strong> The <strong>period of tenure<\/strong> must be taken into account when granting permission for educational courses. If completion of the course would require extension of tenure, <strong>this Department (DOPT) must be consulted<\/strong> before permission is granted.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 5, 6 \u2014 Part-time Employment: Regular Occupation Requires Prior Sanction<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Part-time Lectureship<\/strong> amounts to a <strong>regular remunerative occupation<\/strong> \u2014 it attracts Rule 15 (formerly Rule 12) and requires the <strong>sanction of Government<\/strong>, not merely SR 11 powers. SR 11 powers are only for <strong>casual or occasional work<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>A whole-time Government servant should <strong>not ordinarily be allowed any part-time employment<\/strong> \u2014 whether under Government or elsewhere \u2014 even if such employment is after office hours. It may impair efficiency and deprive unemployed persons of employment. In <strong>rare cases<\/strong> where permission is proposed, <strong>prior sanction of Government<\/strong> must be obtained.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 10 \u2014 Commercial Employment Negotiations While in Service<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant should <strong>negotiate for commercial employment<\/strong> without obtaining the <strong>prior permission of the Head of Department<\/strong> (or the Ministry\/Department for Group A officers).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Such permission should <strong>not be given unless there are special reasons<\/strong> for doing so. (A GS is under an obligation to devote his energies whole-heartedly to official duties and must not use his official position to further his interest in securing commercial employment.)<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 7, 13 \u2014 Life Insurance \/ Advertising Agency Business by Family: Canvassing Prohibited<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Canvassing by a GS in support of <strong>insurance agency, commission agency<\/strong> etc. owned or managed by his wife or any other member of his family is a <strong>breach of Rule 15(1)(d)<\/strong> \u2014 even if the business is in the family member's name.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>The same prohibition applies to canvassing for the business of an <strong>advertising agency<\/strong> owned or managed by a family member. No canvassing for such business without prior sanction of Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 2, 8, 11 \u2014 Shramdan, Civil Defence & St. John Ambulance: Permitted<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Shramdan:<\/strong> Participation in Shramdan activities organised by <strong>Government departments or the Bharat Sewak Samaj<\/strong> in spare time is not only unobjectionable but desirable \u2014 subject to official duties not being interfered with. This does <strong>not apply to activities organised by private organisations<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Civil Defence Service:<\/strong> Government servants may be permitted to join as volunteers. If emergency duties are required during office hours, absence shall be treated as <strong>special casual leave<\/strong>. They may receive Civil Defence allowances in addition to civil pay. Key-post holders who cannot be released during an emergency may be excepted.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>St. John Ambulance Brigade:<\/strong> GS may be permitted to enroll as members. Absence during training during office hours \u2014 as <strong>casual leave<\/strong> (to the extent due) and <strong>special casual leave<\/strong> (to the extent casual leave is not due). For special Brigade duties (e.g., first-aid at fairs) \u2014 up to <strong>3 days' special casual leave per annum<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 3, 4 \u2014 AIR Broadcasts & Examinerships<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>AIR Broadcasts:<\/strong> Broadcasts of a <strong>purely literary, artistic or scientific character<\/strong> do not require prior sanction. The onus to ensure the character of the broadcast rests on the GS. Where no sanction is required for the broadcast, <strong>no permission is required to receive the honorarium<\/strong> either. Where sanction to broadcast is given, it automatically carries sanction to receive the honorarium.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Examinership:<\/strong> Offers of examinership (evaluation of answer books for recognized Universities) are generally of a <strong>casual nature occurring once or twice a year<\/strong> \u2014 no serious objection to granting permission in such cases.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 9 \u2014 Medical Practice During Spare Time<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Permission to undertake medical practice should be granted <strong>only to those holding recognised qualifications<\/strong> in any system of medicine and <strong>registered under the relevant law<\/strong> in the State\/UT concerned.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Head of Department may grant permission provided the practice is: (a) during <strong>spare time<\/strong>; (b) on a <strong>purely charitable basis<\/strong>; (c) <strong>without detriment to official duties<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 14 \u2014 Participation in Private Company Events: When Permitted<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Category (i) \u2014 Primarily to promote business\/products:<\/strong> GS must not participate without <strong>prior sanction of Government<\/strong>. Participation without prior sanction = violation of Rule 15. (Primary objective is promotion of company's business \u2014 competitive spirit among participants is not relevant.)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Category (ii) \u2014 Genuine sports\/games competitions sponsored by companies:<\/strong> The competition itself is in the forefront, not the sponsors \u2014 <strong>no previous sanction required<\/strong> for such participation.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 15, 18 \u2014 Elective Office in Co-operative Societies & Other Bodies<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Rule 15(1)(c):<\/strong> Holding an elective office in any body (incorporated or not) requires <strong>previous sanction of Government<\/strong>. There is no absolute bar \u2014 sanction can be granted. Administrative authority must satisfy itself that holding the office will <strong>not interfere with official duties<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Rule 15(2)(d) & (e):<\/strong> Registration, promotion or management \u2014 <strong>not involving holding of elective office<\/strong> \u2014 of a literary\/scientific\/charitable society, club (sports\/cultural\/recreational), or a GS co-operative society, does <strong>not require prior sanction<\/strong>, but requires report within one month and must not affect official duties.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Requests for permission must also be examined in light of the <strong>relevant Act and bye-laws<\/strong> governing the society \u2014 including restrictions on tenure and number of terms.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 16 \u2014 Elective Office in Sports Federations\/Associations: Stricter Norms<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No GS should be allowed to hold elective office in any sports association\/federation for a term of <strong>more than 4 years, or one term \u2014 whichever is less<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>While seeking or supporting candidature for election to sports bodies, a GS must <strong>not indulge in conduct unbecoming<\/strong> of a Government servant.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>A GS must <strong>refrain from raising funds or collections<\/strong> from official or non-official sources for the promotion of sports at any level.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Foreign travel<\/strong> in connection with any sports federation\/association: <strong>Prior clearance from Government of India<\/strong> required. The source of funding (travel, hospitality, other expenses) must be stated. When permitted, the GS must avail of <strong>leave due and admissible<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 12, 17 \u2014 Sub-letting: Grave Misconduct; Disciplinary Action Mandatory<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Where a GS is found guilty of <strong>letting out Government residential accommodation<\/strong>, the Directorate of Estates will intimate the administrative authority of the details and action taken under the Allotment Rules. The <strong>disciplinary authority shall take suitable departmental action<\/strong> on grounds of unbecoming conduct under Rule 3(1)(iii) of CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Supreme Court Direction (1997):<\/strong> As soon as allotment is cancelled by the Directorate of Estates on the ground of sub-letting, the disciplinary authority <strong>shall initiate disciplinary proceedings<\/strong> under Rule 14 of the CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965. The findings of the Directorate of Estates shall be <strong>binding<\/strong> on the disciplinary authority for this purpose. The competent authority may consider placing the delinquent GS under <strong>suspension<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Charge sheets should be issued immediately in cases where persons are likely to <strong>retire shortly<\/strong> or cases that may become <strong>time-barred<\/strong> (misconduct more than 4 years old).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule16\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 16<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Investment, Lending and Borrowing<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. Prohibition on Speculation<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Absolute Bar:<\/strong> No Government servant shall <strong>speculate<\/strong> in any stock, share or other investment.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> <em>Frequent<\/em> purchase or sale (or both) of shares, securities or other investments shall be deemed to be <strong>speculation<\/strong> within the meaning of this sub-rule.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Exception \u2014 Occasional Investment Permitted<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Nothing in this sub-rule applies to <strong>occasional investments<\/strong> made through stock brokers or other persons who are <strong>duly authorised, licensed<\/strong>, or have obtained a <strong>certificate of registration<\/strong> under the relevant law.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. No Investment that Embarrasses or Influences Official Duties<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udeab<\/span><span>No Government servant shall make \u2014 or <strong>permit any family member or agent<\/strong> to make \u2014 any investment that is <strong>likely to embarrass or influence<\/strong> him in the discharge of his official duties.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Deemed Embarrassing:<\/strong> Purchase of shares out of quotas <strong>reserved for Directors of Companies or their friends and associates<\/strong> shall be deemed to be an embarrassing investment.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Government's Decision is Final<\/div>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u26a0\ufe0f Important<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>If any question arises whether any transaction is speculative (sub-rule 1) or embarrassing (sub-rule 2), the <strong>decision of the Government shall be final<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">4. Restrictions on Lending and Borrowing<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>General Bar:<\/strong> Except in the ordinary course of business with a <strong>bank or a public limited company<\/strong>, no Government servant shall \u2014 himself or through any family member or agent \u2014\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span><strong>Lend, borrow or deposit money<\/strong> with any person, firm or private limited company within the <strong>local limits of his authority<\/strong>, or with whom he is likely to have official dealings, or otherwise place himself under any <strong>pecuniary obligation<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span><strong>Lend money at interest<\/strong> or in a manner whereby any return in money or in kind is charged or paid.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Permitted Exceptions<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Give to, or accept from, a <strong>relative or personal friend<\/strong> a purely <strong>temporary loan of a small amount free of interest<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Operate a <strong>credit account with a bona fide tradesman<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Make an <strong>advance of pay to a private employee<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Any transaction entered into with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">5. Duty on Appointment or Transfer<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>When a Government servant is appointed or transferred to a post whose nature would involve him in a <strong>breach of sub-rule (2) or sub-rule (4)<\/strong>, he shall <strong>forthwith report the circumstances<\/strong> to the prescribed authority and act in accordance with the orders made by that authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 16<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Prior Sanction Must Be Obtained Beforehand; Ex-Post-Facto Sanction Strongly Discouraged<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span><span>Wherever any rule stipulates obtaining <strong>prior permission from Government<\/strong>, such sanction must invariably be obtained <strong>before making any move<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Requests for <strong>ex-post-facto sanction<\/strong> are to be <strong>severely discouraged<\/strong>. Entering transactions first and seeking approval afterwards defeats the purpose of the rules entirely.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span>Ministries are requested to impress upon Government servants the need to <strong>strictly adhere<\/strong> to the provisions and obtain prior sanction wherever necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>These instructions apply, <em>mutatis mutandis<\/em>, to all other rules requiring previous knowledge, consent or sanction of the prescribed authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/25\/61-Estt.(A), dated 26.06.1961<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Surety: Senior Officers Cautioned Against Approaching Subordinates<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Where a Government servant stands surety for loans taken by his <strong>official superior or the superior's relatives or friends<\/strong>, it creates an impression that <strong>official pressure<\/strong> has been exerted.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>The superior officer places himself under <strong>obligation to the subordinate<\/strong> \u2014 not conducive to efficient office management or discipline.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span><strong>Decision:<\/strong> All officers should be advised <strong>not to approach their subordinates<\/strong> for standing surety for loans taken from private sources \u2014 whether for themselves, their relatives or their friends.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/5\/66-Ests.(A), dated 25.05.1966<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Purchasing Shares from Directors' Quota Not Allowed<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants <strong>should not purchase shares<\/strong> out of quotas reserved for <strong>friends and associates of Directors<\/strong> of Companies.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Rule 16(2) makes it clear a Government servant must be <strong>circumspect<\/strong> in making investments. Such a purchase is likely to <strong>embarrass him in the discharge of official duties<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: Deptt. of Personnel No. 25\/9\/72-Ests.(A), dated 18.09.1976<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Fixed Deposits with Banks and Companies<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Public Limited Companies:<\/strong> Fixed deposits are <strong>covered by the saving clause<\/strong> in Rule 16(4) as these companies are authorised to accept public deposits. However, if the amount <strong>exceeds monetary limits under Rule 18(3)<\/strong>, a report to the prescribed authority is necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Private Limited Companies & Firms:<\/strong> Deposits are in the nature of <strong>loans<\/strong> and must be regulated under <strong>Rule 16(4)<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Banks:<\/strong> Fixed deposits with banks are <strong>exempted<\/strong> from Rule 16(4). However, if monetary limits under Rule 18(3) are exceeded, a report to the prescribed authority is still required.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: D.P. & A.R.'s OM No. 11013\/5\/81-Estt.(A), dated 12.05.1982<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule17\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 17<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Insolvency and Habitual Indebtedness<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>A Government servant shall so manage his private affairs as to <strong>avoid habitual indebtedness or insolvency<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>A Government servant against whom any <strong>legal proceeding is instituted<\/strong> \u2014 for the recovery of any debt due from him, or for adjudging him as an <strong>insolvent<\/strong> \u2014 shall <strong>forthwith report the full facts<\/strong> of the legal proceedings to the Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udccc Note \u2014 Burden of Proof<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>The <strong>burden of proving<\/strong> that insolvency or indebtedness was the result of circumstances which, with the exercise of ordinary diligence, the Government servant <strong>could not have foreseen<\/strong> or over which he had <strong>no control<\/strong>, and had not proceeded from <strong>extravagant or dissipated habits<\/strong>, shall be upon the <strong>Government servant<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">Key Points to Remember<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span><strong>Positive Duty:<\/strong> The rule casts a <strong>positive duty<\/strong> on the Government servant to manage private finances prudently \u2014 not merely to refrain from defaulting.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u23f1\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>\"Forthwith\" Reporting:<\/strong> The report must be made <strong>immediately<\/strong> upon institution of legal proceedings \u2014 delay itself is a violation.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span><strong>Full Facts Required:<\/strong> The report must contain <strong>full facts<\/strong> of the legal proceeding, not a partial or vague disclosure.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd04<\/span><span><strong>Reverse Burden:<\/strong> Unlike general disciplinary proceedings, here the GS must <em>prove<\/em> innocence \u2014 the burden is not on the department to prove mismanagement.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Important Distinction:<\/strong> \"Habitual indebtedness\" refers to a <em>pattern<\/em> of debt, not a single instance. However, a single insolvency proceeding is sufficient to trigger the mandatory reporting obligation.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 17<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Channel of Submission and Disposal of Reports on Habitual Indebtedness<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>Reports under Rule 17 should be submitted by the GS to his <strong>immediate superior<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd04<\/span><span>The immediate superior shall <strong>forward the report through normal channels<\/strong> to the authority competent to remove or dismiss the GS from service.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>The <strong>competent authority<\/strong> shall consider the report and pass appropriate orders \u2014 unless it requires guidance or clarification from a higher authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>If any <strong>penalty is to be imposed<\/strong>, the procedure prescribed in the <strong>CCS (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules<\/strong> must be followed.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\ud83d\udccb Rules Covered by this Decision<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>Rule 5<\/strong> (formerly Rule 4(2)) \u2014 Taking part in politics<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>Rule 16<\/strong> (formerly Rule 13(6)) \u2014 Lending and borrowing<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>Rule 17<\/strong> (formerly Rule 13) \u2014 Habitual indebtedness<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA O.M. No. 25\/40\/55-Ests.(A), dated 22.02.1956<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule18\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 18<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Movable, Immovable and Valuable Property<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. Return of Assets and Liabilities on First Appointment<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Every Government servant shall, on <strong>first appointment<\/strong> to any service or post, submit a return of assets and liabilities giving full particulars of:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px; margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfe0<\/span><span><strong>(a) Immovable property<\/strong> inherited, owned, acquired or held by lease or mortgage \u2014 in own name, family member's name or any other person's name.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udcc8<\/span><span><strong>(b) Shares, debentures and cash<\/strong> including bank deposits \u2014 inherited, owned or acquired.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udc8d<\/span><span><strong>(c) Other movable property<\/strong> inherited, owned or acquired.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udcb3<\/span><span><strong>(d) Debts and other liabilities<\/strong> incurred directly or indirectly.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <ul class=\"blist\" style=\"margin-top:12px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span>Every <strong>Group 'A' and Group 'B'<\/strong> Government servant shall also submit an <strong>annual return<\/strong> giving full particulars of immovable property inherited, owned, acquired or held in own name, family member's name or any other person's name.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udccc Notes to Sub-rule (1)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Note 1:<\/strong> Sub-rule (1) shall not ordinarily apply to <strong>Group 'D' servants<\/strong> \u2014 but Government may direct its application to any such GS or class of GS.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Note 2:<\/strong> In all returns, movable property items worth <strong>less than \u20b910,000<\/strong> may be added and shown as a lump sum. Articles of daily use (clothes, utensils, crockery, books etc.) need not be included.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Note 3:<\/strong> Where a GS already belonging to a service is appointed to <strong>any other civil service or post<\/strong>, a fresh return under this clause is not required.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Immovable Property \u2014 Prior Knowledge \/ Sanction Required<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous knowledge of the prescribed authority<\/strong>, acquire or dispose of any immovable property by <strong>lease, mortgage, purchase, sale, gift or otherwise<\/strong> \u2014 in own name or in name of family member.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Proviso \u2014 Prior Sanction Required:<\/strong> If the transaction is with a person having <strong>official dealings with him<\/strong>, the Government servant must obtain <strong>previous sanction<\/strong> of the prescribed authority (not merely knowledge).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Movable Property \u2014 Report Within One Month<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>Where a Government servant enters into a transaction in movable property (in own name or family member's name), he shall, <strong>within one month<\/strong> from the date of such transaction, report it to the prescribed authority if the value exceeds <strong>two months' basic pay<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Proviso \u2014 Prior Sanction Required:<\/strong> If the transaction is with a person having <strong>official dealings with him<\/strong>, the Government servant must obtain <strong>previous sanction<\/strong> before the transaction.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\ud83d\udcc5 2011 Amendment<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Sub-rule (3) was amended vide CCS (Conduct) Amendment Rules, 2011 \u2014 Notification No. G.S.R. 370(E), dated 9th May 2011. The monetary threshold is now <strong>two months' basic pay<\/strong> (earlier it was \u20b910,000 or one-sixth of annual emoluments, whichever was less).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">4. Government May Call for Statement at Any Time<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>The Government or the prescribed authority may, <strong>at any time<\/strong>, by general or special order, require a GS to furnish within a specified period a <strong>full and complete statement<\/strong> of movable or immovable property held or acquired by him, on his behalf, or by any member of his family.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Such statement shall, if required, include details of the <strong>means or source<\/strong> from which such property was acquired.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">5. Exemption for Group 'C' and Group 'D' Servants<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>The Government may exempt any category of Group 'C' or Group 'D' Government servants from any provision of this rule <strong>except sub-rule (4)<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>No such exemption shall be made <strong>without the concurrence<\/strong> of the Cabinet Secretariat (Department of Personnel).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Explanations<\/div>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation I \u2014 \"Movable Property\" Includes<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udc8d<\/span><span>Jewellery; insurance policies whose <strong>annual premia exceeds two months' basic pay<\/strong>; shares, securities and debentures.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcb3<\/span><span>All loans \u2014 whether secured or not \u2014 <strong>advanced or taken<\/strong> by the Government servant.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\ude97<\/span><span>Motor cars, motor cycles, horses or <strong>any other means of conveyance<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcfa<\/span><span>Refrigerators, radios, radiograms and <strong>television sets<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation I \u2014 \"Prescribed Authority\" Means<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Group 'A' posts:<\/strong> The Central Government (except where a lower authority is specifically specified).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfe2<\/span><span><strong>Group 'B' posts:<\/strong> Head of Department.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Group 'C' and 'D' posts:<\/strong> Head of Office.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd04<\/span><span><strong>GS on foreign service or deputation:<\/strong> Parent department on the cadre of which the GS is borne, or the Ministry to which he is administratively subordinate.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation II \u2014 \"Lease\" Means<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfe0<\/span><span>Except where obtained from or granted to a <strong>person having official dealings<\/strong> with the GS \u2014 a lease of immovable property <strong>from year to year or for any term exceeding one year<\/strong>, or reserving a yearly rent.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Where the lessee or lessor <strong>has official dealings<\/strong> with the GS, the general meaning under <strong>Section 105 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882<\/strong> applies \u2014 including any agreement giving rise to a tenancy relationship regardless of duration or mode of rent payment.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Rule 18-A \u2014 Restrictions on Property Outside India & Transactions with Foreigners<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except with <strong>previous sanction of the prescribed authority<\/strong>:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px; margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udf0f<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> Acquire any immovable property <strong>situated outside India<\/strong> \u2014 in own name or family member's name.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udf0f<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> Dispose of any immovable property <strong>situated outside India<\/strong> \u2014 that was acquired or is held by him or family member.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udf10<\/span><span><strong>(c)<\/strong> Enter into any transaction with any <strong>foreigner, foreign Government, foreign organisation or concern<\/strong> for acquisition or disposal of any immovable property \u2014 in own name or family member's name.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 18 (34 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 1, 7, 17, 18, 21, 33 \u2014 Submission of Property Returns: Format, Periodicity & Scrutiny<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span>Returns of immovable property shall be submitted in the prescribed form to the prescribed authority <strong>within one month of appointment<\/strong> and subsequently <strong>in the month of January every year<\/strong>. The initial return shows position as on date of appointment; subsequent returns as on <strong>1st January<\/strong> of the submission year.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span><span>Returns shall be treated as <strong>secret documents<\/strong> \u2014 kept in custody of the authority maintaining the Character Roll, but <strong>not filed in the Character Roll<\/strong> itself.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd0d<\/span><span>For CSS and Central Secretariat Stenographers' Service: <strong>No regular and continuous scrutiny<\/strong> needed \u2014 returns need be scrutinised only if there is ground for suspicion in a particular case.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Group A and B Officers<\/strong> must submit annual returns of immovable property by <strong>31st January<\/strong> of the next year. Failure to submit in time or furnishing wrong information can attract disciplinary proceedings.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd04<\/span><span><strong>Comprehensive Return of Assets & Liabilities<\/strong> (including movable property): Prescribed by Order dated 6th January 1973. First return as on 31st December 1972; subsequent returns every <strong>5 years<\/strong> as on 31st December, submitted by 31st March of the next year. Action under this order was held in abeyance in July 1973 pending review.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 2, 4, 10 \u2014 Immovable Property Transactions: Key Principles<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfd7\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>House Building = Acquisition of Immovable Property:<\/strong> Construction of a house clearly attracts Rule 18(2). A GS must report to, or seek permission from, the prescribed authority <strong>before commencing construction or any addition<\/strong> to any building.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Two-Stage Reporting for House Construction:<\/strong> Before starting \u2014 report\/seek permission in <strong>Form I<\/strong>. After completion \u2014 report in <strong>Form II<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Report After Acquisition:<\/strong> If sanction already specifies full details and amount, a further report is not necessary. If details were not furnished at sanction stage, a <strong>full report must be made after acquisition<\/strong>. Property must in any case figure in subsequent annual returns.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span><strong>Four Principles for Scrutiny of Immovable Property Transactions:<\/strong>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Transaction is for <strong>bona fide purposes<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Acquisition\/sale is at <strong>fair prevailing market prices<\/strong> \u2014 no profiteering or speculation.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>No reasonable ground to hold that the transaction resulted from <strong>undue official influence<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Nothing otherwise <strong>objectionable<\/strong> in relation to the proposed transaction.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 3, 12, 22, 28 \u2014 Prescribed Forms for Immovable Property Transactions<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Whenever a GS wishes to build a house: Report\/seek permission in <strong>Form I<\/strong> before construction; report in <strong>Form II<\/strong> after completion.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Forms I and II should include a column for <strong>\"source of finance\" with full details<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>All requests for prior sanction\/intimation for immovable property transactions should be made in <strong>standard Form I<\/strong>; for movable property in <strong>Form II<\/strong>. (These are separate from the house construction forms.)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd27<\/span><span><strong>Repairs and Minor Construction:<\/strong> Intimation to prescribed authority is necessary only if the estimated expenditure <strong>exceeds \u20b910,000<\/strong>. However, if the transaction for materials or contract is with a person having official dealings, <strong>prior sanction is required regardless of amount<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 11, 25 \u2014 Prior Sanction & Time Limits<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span><span>Prior permission must be obtained before making any move. Ex-post-facto sanction to be severely discouraged \u2014 see GoI Decision 1 under Rule 16.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u23f1\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Time Limits for Granting Permission:<\/strong>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Under <strong>Rules 8(2), 13(4), 18(2), 18(3) and 18-A<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>30 days<\/strong> from date of receipt of request.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Under <strong>Rule 19(1)<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>6 weeks<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>If the competent authority <strong>fails to communicate its decision within the time limit<\/strong>, the GS shall be <strong>free to assume that permission has been granted<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 34 \u2014 Transactions Through Power of Attorney<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Acquisition or disposal of immovable property through <strong>Power of Attorney<\/strong> effects a de-facto transfer of possession and will <strong>attract the provisions of Rule 18(2)<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Prior knowledge or sanction (as applicable) of the prescribed authority must be obtained even when the transaction is carried out through a Power of Attorney holder.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/9\/98-Estt.(A), dated 29.12.1998 (in consultation with Ministry of Law)<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 6, 8, 15 \u2014 Special Movable Property Rules<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfd8\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>\"On Account\" Payments to Co-operative House-Building Societies<\/strong> for purchase, development etc. of land are to be treated as <strong>transactions in movable property<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\ude97<\/span><span><strong>Sale of Car Purchased on Government Advance:<\/strong> Requires <strong>two separate sanctions<\/strong> \u2014 one under the General Financial Rules and one under Rule 18(3) of the Conduct Rules (when sold otherwise than through a regular or reputed dealer or agent). GS advised to obtain GFR sanction first, then Conduct Rules sanction.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\uded2<\/span><span><strong>Single Transaction Rule:<\/strong> All purchases made at the <strong>same time, same place<\/strong>, and charged on the same bill shall be treated as <strong>one transaction<\/strong> \u2014 whether or not they relate to the same item.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 32 \u2014 Shares, Securities & Debentures \u2014 Annual Intimation Limits<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>In addition to the normal Rule 18(3) intimation per transaction, an intimation in the prescribed proforma shall be sent if cumulative transactions during the calendar year exceed:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:8px;margin-top:9px;\">\n <div style=\"background:#f7f8fc;border:1px solid #c8d0e8;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#1e4d35;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group A & B Officers<\/strong>\n Total transactions in shares, securities, debentures or mutual funds <strong>> \u20b950,000<\/strong> in a calendar year.\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background:#f7f8fc;border:1px solid #c8d0e8;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#1e4d35;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group C & D Officers<\/strong>\n Total transactions in shares, securities, debentures or mutual funds <strong>> \u20b925,000<\/strong> in a calendar year.\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 9, 26 \u2014 Transactions by Family Members out of Own Funds<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Transactions from GS's own funds<\/strong> \u2014 irrespective of the person in whose name made \u2014 are <strong>strictly governed by Rule 18<\/strong> (prior knowledge\/sanction for immovable; report within one month for movable).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Transactions from family member's own funds<\/strong> (including stridhan, gifts, inheritance) \u2014 made in the family member's own name and own right \u2014 do <strong>NOT attract sub-rules (2) and (3) of Rule 18<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Transfer to family member:<\/strong> A GS who transfers immovable property or movable property exceeding \u20b910,000 to a family member must <strong>report or obtain sanction<\/strong> under Rule 18.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Hindu Undivided Joint Family:<\/strong> Transactions as members of an HUF do <strong>not require Government's prior permission<\/strong>. Immovable property transactions should be included in annual returns; movable property transactions reported immediately after completion.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>These instructions are to be <strong>implemented liberally<\/strong> to avoid unnecessary probe into private affairs \u2014 but suspicious circumstances must be investigated with firmness and speed.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 24, 27 \u2014 Chit Funds, Life Insurance Policies & Fixed Deposits<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span><strong>Chit Funds:<\/strong> Subscriptions to a chit fund are transactions in movable property. If annual subscription exceeds the monetary limit under Rule 18(3), a report to the prescribed authority is needed. Prior sanction needed only if the GS has official dealings with the chit fund <em>and<\/em> it is not a registered chit fund company. Amount received by bid (before maturity) = loan from chit fund company \u2192 regulated under Rule 16(4).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Life Insurance Policies:<\/strong> No prior permission required. Report to prescribed authority is needed <strong>only if the annual premium exceeds two months' basic pay<\/strong>. When the sum assured is received as <strong>survival benefit or on maturity<\/strong>, no report is necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfe6<\/span><span><strong>Fixed Deposits with Banks:<\/strong> Exempted from Rule 18(3). Fixed Deposits with <strong>public limited companies<\/strong> are covered by the saving clause in Rule 16(4) but report under Rule 18(3) is needed if the amount exceeds the monetary limit. Fixed Deposits with <strong>private limited companies\/firms<\/strong> = loans \u2192 regulated under Rule 16(4). Day-to-day Savings Bank or Post Office transactions do <strong>not<\/strong> come within the purview of Rule 18(3).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 3, 16 \u2014 Prescribed Authority for Group A Officers<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>For Group A officers serving in more than one Ministry, the <strong>Ministry administratively concerned<\/strong> with the post or service acts as the prescribed authority. For CSS (controlled by Home Ministry), the <strong>Ministry of Home Affairs<\/strong> is the prescribed authority for Rule 18 purposes.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Heads of Departments have been declared as <strong>prescribed authorities for Group A officers<\/strong> serving under their control for the purposes of sub-rules (2) and (3) of Rule 18 \u2014 subject to: (a) HoD cannot exercise these powers in relation to themselves; (b) all sanctions accorded by HoD must be <strong>reported to the Central Government or CAG<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 Bidding at Government Auctions Prohibited<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants should <strong>not bid at auctions arranged by their own Ministries or Departments<\/strong> \u2014 even if the transaction is free of any dishonesty, the <strong>appearance of impropriety<\/strong> is unavoidable.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Any Government servant who does so would be regarded as indulging in <strong>conduct unbecoming of a Government servant<\/strong> within the meaning of the Conduct Rules.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 23 \u2014 Advance Rent \/ \"Pagri\" Not to be Accepted in Violation of State Rent Acts<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Letting out premises constitutes a <strong>transaction in immovable property<\/strong> under Rule 18(2). Prior knowledge\/sanction of prescribed authority is required \u2014 prior sanction is necessary if the tenant has official dealings with the GS.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Appropriate authorities should <strong>refrain from sanctioning acceptance of substantial advance rent<\/strong> if this would violate the Delhi Rent Control Act or applicable State Rent Control Act provisions.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 13 \u2014 Disproportionate Assets: Presumption of Corruption<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>A <strong>presumption of corruption fairly arises<\/strong> against an officer who cannot account for large accretion of wealth which he could not possibly have saved from his known sources of income.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>This principle has statutory recognition under <strong>Section 5(3) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947<\/strong> and has been upheld by the Supreme Court.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span>In departmental inquiries against officers charged with corruption with disproportionate assets, the <strong>Presenting Officer must bring this legal position to the notice of the Enquiry Officer<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 29 \u2014 Government Can Call for Statement of Property at Any Time<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>Sub-rule (4) of Rule 18 expressly empowers the Government or the prescribed authority to require any GS to furnish a full statement of movable or immovable property <strong>at any time<\/strong> \u2014 including details of the <strong>means or source<\/strong> from which such property was acquired. This is in addition to the periodic returns.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule19\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 19<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Vindication of Acts and Character of Government Servant<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. Vindication of Official Acts \u2014 Prior Sanction Required<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>, have recourse to any <strong>Court or to the Press<\/strong> for the vindication of any official act which has been the subject-matter of <strong>adverse criticism or an attack of a defamatory character<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u23f1\ufe0f Deemed Permission After 3 Months<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>If no sanction is received by the Government servant within a period of <strong>three months<\/strong> from the date of receipt of his request by the Government, he shall be <strong>free to assume that the permission has been granted<\/strong> to him.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Vindication of Private Character \u2014 Report Required<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Nothing in this rule shall be deemed to <strong>prohibit<\/strong> a Government servant from vindicating his <strong>private character<\/strong> or any act done by him in his <strong>private capacity<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>Where any such action for vindicating private character or a private act is taken, the Government servant shall <strong>submit a report to the prescribed authority<\/strong> regarding such action.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u2696\ufe0f Key Distinction<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Official act attacked?<\/strong> \u2192 <em>Prior sanction required<\/em> before approaching Court or Press. (3-month deemed permission applies.)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udc64<\/span><span><strong>Private character attacked?<\/strong> \u2192 <em>No prior sanction needed.<\/em> Action may be taken freely but <strong>report must be submitted<\/strong> to prescribed authority after doing so.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 19 (8 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Conviction by Criminal Court: Duty to Inform Departmental Superiors<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span>It shall be the <strong>duty<\/strong> of a Government servant who is convicted in a criminal court to <strong>inform his official superiors of the fact of conviction and the circumstances connected therewith<\/strong>, as soon as it is possible for him to do so.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Failure to inform official superiors will be regarded as <strong>suppression of material information<\/strong> and will render him liable to disciplinary action on this ground alone \u2014 apart from any penalty for the offence itself.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Dismissal on the basis of conviction is <strong>not automatic<\/strong> \u2014 each case must be examined on its merits. Penalty shall be imposed only where the charges show <strong>moral turpitude or grave misconduct<\/strong> likely to render further retention undesirable or contrary to public interest.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-red\"><span style=\"font-size:17px;flex-shrink:0\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span><strong>Source:<\/strong> MHA OM No. 25\/70\/49-Ests., dated 20.12.1949<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Seeking Redress in Courts for Service Grievances<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span>Government servants seeking redress of grievances arising out of their <strong>employment or conditions of service<\/strong> should, in their own interest and in keeping with official propriety and discipline, <strong>first exhaust the normal official channels of redress<\/strong> before taking the issue to a court of law.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Where permission to sue the Government in a court of law is asked for \u2014 whether before or after exhausting official channels \u2014 the GS may be informed that <strong>such permission is not necessary<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/3\/59-Ests.(A), dated 21.04.1959<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Allegations in Press or by Individuals Against a Government Servant: Procedure<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd0d<\/span><span><strong>Step 1 \u2014 Preliminary Enquiry:<\/strong> When allegations are made in the Press or by individuals against a GS in respect of his official conduct, a <strong>preliminary confidential enquiry<\/strong> by a senior officer shall be ordered by Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Step 2 \u2014 If allegations are found to be unfounded<\/strong> (based on ignorance, insufficient information or malice): Government shall consider whether action in a Court of Law is necessary to vindicate the GS, or whether publication of the enquiry results is sufficient.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Step 3 \u2014 If allegations have reasonable basis or enquiry is inconclusive:<\/strong> Government may \u2014\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span>Entrust the case to the <strong>Special Police Establishment<\/strong> for investigation; or<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span>Order a full <strong>departmental enquiry<\/strong> under CCS (CCA) Rules; or<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span>Require the officer to <strong>vindicate his conduct in a Court of Law<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Criminal Proceedings by Government:<\/strong> Section 198B of the CrPC permits the complaint to be filed within <strong>six months<\/strong> of the alleged offence by the Public Prosecutor directly in a Court of Sessions with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>The appropriate authority for decision in each case is the <strong>administrative Ministry concerned<\/strong>, which will consult the Finance and Law Ministries where necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-red\"><span style=\"font-size:17px;flex-shrink:0\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span><strong>Source:<\/strong> MHA OM No. 25\/32\/54-Ests.(A), dated 08.01.1959<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Legal & Financial Assistance to Government Servants in Legal Proceedings<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(a) Proceedings by Government against GS:<\/strong> Government will <strong>not give any assistance<\/strong> to a GS for his defence in civil or criminal proceedings instituted against him by the State. However, if proceedings conclude in the GS's favour, Government will <strong>consider reimbursement of defence costs<\/strong> if the GS was subjected to proceedings without proper justification.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(b) Proceedings unconnected with official duties:<\/strong> Government will <strong>not give any assistance<\/strong> nor reimburse expenses for proceedings not arising out of official duties or position \u2014 whether instituted by a private party or by the GS.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(c) Proceedings by a private party against GS (official matters):<\/strong>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If in public interest, Government may <strong>undertake the defence of the GS<\/strong> (with GS's agreement in writing via Annexure A).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If GS conducts own defence \u2014 Government may <strong>consider reimbursement<\/strong> of reasonable costs if proceedings conclude in his favour. Court's vindication of the GS's acts (not mere victory) determines extent of reimbursement.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>An <strong>interest-free advance<\/strong> of up to \u20b9500 or 3 months' substantive pay (whichever is greater) may be sanctioned (on execution of Bond \u2014 Annexure B). An advance from Provident Fund (not exceeding 3 months' pay or half the balance, whichever is less) may also be granted.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(d) GS required by Government to vindicate official conduct:<\/strong> Reimbursement considered in light of result. Government may sanction an interest-free advance in suitable instalments on execution of Bond (Annexure B).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(e) GS proceeding suo moto with prior sanction:<\/strong> No ordinary entitlement to assistance. Government may in deserving cases sanction advance as in (c)(ii) \u2014 but <strong>no part of the expenses will be reimbursed<\/strong> even if the GS succeeds.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udccc UPSC Consultation Under Article 320(3)(d)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Consultation with the <strong>Union Public Service Commission<\/strong> is constitutionally required (Art. 320(3)(d)) for any claim by a GS for reimbursement of costs incurred in defending legal proceedings in respect of acts done in <strong>execution of official duty<\/strong>. In other cases, consultation is optional.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. F-45\/5\/53-Ests.(A), dated 08.01.1959<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 Further Instructions on Legal & Financial Assistance<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Vicarious Liability Cases:<\/strong> Where a GS is sued for damages for negligence in discharge of civil duties and Government is impleaded on ground of vicarious liability, Government should arrange <strong>common defence<\/strong> for the GS also \u2014 provided defences are substantially the same and there is no conflict of interest (examined in consultation with Law Officers).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Recovery of Advance:<\/strong> In not more than <strong>24 equal monthly instalments<\/strong>, commencing from the first issue of pay\/leave salary\/subsistence allowance following the month of draw. The advance must be recovered before the date of retirement.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>If more than one advance is granted (for different proceedings), recovery of all such advances shall run <strong>concurrently<\/strong>. No second advance for the <em>same<\/em> proceedings is admissible.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Where the advance is sanctioned to a <strong>temporary\/quasi-permanent GS<\/strong>, a surety bond from a permanent Central Government servant of equivalent or higher status must be furnished.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>The <strong>Administrative Ministry concerned<\/strong> (or the CAG for Indian Audit and Accounts Department staff) is the authority competent to sanction advances.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 45\/1\/61-Ests.(A), dated 26.11.1963<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 6 \u2014 Legal & Financial Assistance to Retired Government Servants<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>The provisions of paragraph 2(c) of Decision 4 regarding legal assistance shall be <strong>extended to retired Government servants<\/strong> against whom proceedings are instituted by a private party in respect of matters connected with their official duties or position before retirement.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Does <strong>not apply<\/strong> to those who have been <strong>compulsorily retired as a punishment<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Provision regarding <strong>advance from Provident Fund is not applicable<\/strong> to retired GS.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>The maximum interest-free advance to a retired GS is subject to a <strong>ceiling of \u20b9500<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 28022\/1\/75-Ests.(A), dated 20.01.1977<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 7 \u2014 Going to Press Without Permission: Not Permitted; Government to Take Positive Steps for Wrongly Maligned GS<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>The suggestion that individual GS (or unions\/associations) should be allowed to go to the Press to vindicate their position <strong>without prior permission was not accepted<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Where, on enquiry, adverse criticism in the Press against a GS is found to be based on <strong>ignorance, insufficient information or malice<\/strong>, Government should take <strong>significant and positive steps<\/strong> to vindicate the GS \u2014 the provisions of Decision 3 (para 3) should be invoked.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DP&AR OM No. 11013\/21\/76-Estt.(A), dated 24.02.1977<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 8 \u2014 Legal Assistance When Another Government Employee Files a Case<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Where it is in the <strong>public interest to defend<\/strong> a GS against whom a case is filed by another Government employee in respect of matters connected with the former's official duties or position, the filing Government employee may be treated as a <strong>\"private party\"<\/strong> \u2014 and assistance given under paragraph 2(c) of Decision 4.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>This does <strong>not apply<\/strong> to cases where a Government employee has been impleaded as a co-respondent by another Government employee in <strong>service-related suits<\/strong> (e.g., seniority) against the Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 28020\/1\/78-Ests.(A), dated 06.10.1978<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule20\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 20<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Canvassing of Non-Official or Other Outside Influence<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall <strong>bring or attempt to bring<\/strong> any <strong>political or other outside influence<\/strong> to bear upon any superior authority to <strong>further his interests<\/strong> in respect of matters pertaining to his service under Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Scope:<\/strong> The prohibition covers <strong>direct as well as indirect<\/strong> outside influence. Approaching Members of Parliament, Members of State Legislatures, politicians or prominent persons for any service matter \u2014 including allotment of Government accommodation \u2014 constitutes a violation of this rule.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 20 (6 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Representations by Relatives on Service Matters to be Discouraged<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Representations on service matters submitted by <strong>relatives of a Government servant<\/strong> should receive <strong>no notice<\/strong>. This practice \u2014 often used to revive rejected representations or bypass official channels \u2014 is undesirable and should be strongly discouraged.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Only exception:<\/strong> Cases where the GS is unable to submit the representation himself due to <strong>death or physical disability<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. F25\/21\/63-Ests.(A), dated 19.09.1963<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Out-of-Turn Allotment of Government Accommodation Through MPs Violates Rule 20<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants approaching the Directorate of Estates for <strong>out-of-turn allotment of residential accommodation<\/strong> or departure from allotment rules through <strong>Members of Parliament, politicians or prominent persons<\/strong> constitutes a violation of Rule 20.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Since Government accommodation is allotted only because of service under Government, such canvassing is a <strong>service matter<\/strong> covered by the rule.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/6\/90-Estt.(A), dated 30.03.1990<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Three-Stage Escalating Procedure Against Violators<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">1\ufe0f\u20e3<\/span><span><strong>First Violation:<\/strong> The appropriate disciplinary authority should <strong>advise<\/strong> the GS to desist from approaching MPs\/MLAs. A copy of this advice need <strong>not<\/strong> be placed in the CR dossier.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">2\ufe0f\u20e3<\/span><span><strong>Second Violation:<\/strong> A <strong>written warning<\/strong> shall be issued by the appropriate disciplinary authority and a copy placed in the <strong>CR dossier<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">3\ufe0f\u20e3<\/span><span><strong>Third \/ Subsequent Violation:<\/strong> <strong>Disciplinary action<\/strong> shall be initiated under the <strong>CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udccb How to Handle Communications from Public Representatives<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Group\/category grievances:<\/strong> Must be entertained and dealt with on a time-bound basis; appropriate reply at the level of the <strong>Minister concerned<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Retired personnel's grievances:<\/strong> Same consideration as group grievances.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Individual GS's case sponsored by public representative<\/strong> (recruitment, promotion, posting, allotment, adverse remarks etc.): A <strong>formal reply sent at Minister's level<\/strong>, acknowledging receipt and advising the GS to represent through proper official channels. The Minister's reply shall be deemed to dispose off the communication unless he gives further directions.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/12\/94-Estt.(A), dated 12.01.1995<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Indirect Influence Also Attracts Rule 20<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Bringing of <strong>indirect outside influence<\/strong> by a Government servant to further his service interests also attracts the provisions of Rule 20 of the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span>All Ministries\/Departments are to bring existing instructions to the notice of all concerned and take <strong>effective action<\/strong> against violators as prescribed in the OM dated 12.01.1995.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/11\/97-Estt.(A), dated 06.11.1997<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 Proper Channel for Representations; Bypassing Channel is Misconduct Under Rule 3<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>A GS wishing to press a claim or seek redress must address his <strong>immediate official superior or Head of Office<\/strong> or the lowest level authority competent to deal with the matter.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>An appeal\/representation to a higher authority must not be made unless the appropriate lower authority has already <strong>rejected the claim, refused relief, or unduly delayed disposal<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Representations to the <strong>President, Government or Minister<\/strong> must be submitted through proper channel. Sending copies to <strong>outside authorities (MPs, other Ministers, Secretaries)<\/strong> is contrary to official propriety and subversive of good discipline.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Bypassing prescribed channels directly to the Minister, Prime Minister, etc. may be treated as <strong>unbecoming conduct<\/strong> attracting <strong>Rule 3(1)(iii)<\/strong> and appropriate disciplinary action should be taken.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u23f1\ufe0f Time Limits for Disposal of Representations<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Salary\/allowances and other service matters: If no reply within <strong>one month<\/strong>, GS may address next higher officer.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Appeals\/petitions under statutory rules: Must be acknowledged or given interim reply within <strong>one month<\/strong> if disposal cannot be completed within that period.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/7\/99-Estt.(A), dated 01.11.1999<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 6 \u2014 Time Limits for Disposal of Representations by Ministries\/Departments<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u23f1\ufe0f<\/span><span>A representation requiring examination only in a Ministry\/Department: Maximum <strong>six weeks<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u23f1\ufe0f<\/span><span>A representation requiring <strong>inter-departmental consultation<\/strong>: Normally within a maximum of <strong>three months<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>The final reply must be <strong>self-contained, cover all points raised<\/strong> and, where the representation is rejected, clearly indicate the <strong>grounds of rejection<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 28034\/6\/2002-Estt.(A), dated 11.01.2002<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule21\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 21<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Restriction Regarding Marriage<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (1):<\/strong> No Government servant shall enter into, or contract, a marriage with a person <strong>having a spouse living<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (2):<\/strong> No Government servant <strong>having a spouse living<\/strong> shall enter into, or contract, a marriage with any person.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (3):<\/strong> A Government servant who has married or marries a person <strong>other than of Indian nationality<\/strong> shall <strong>forthwith intimate<\/strong> the fact to the Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Proviso \u2014 Government May Grant Permission<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>The Central Government may permit a GS to enter into such a marriage if it is satisfied that:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> The marriage is <strong>permissible under the personal law<\/strong> applicable to the GS and the other party; and<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> There are <strong>other grounds<\/strong> for so doing.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Key Point:<\/strong> A marriage that is <strong>legally null and void<\/strong> by reason of there being a spouse living at the time of the marriage would <strong>still disqualify<\/strong> the person concerned for appointment \/ continued service in Government.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 21 (4 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Procedure for Dealing with Requests for Permission to Remarry<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Before referring a case to the Home Ministry for advice, the Ministry\/Department concerned must conduct a <strong>preliminary enquiry<\/strong> on the following points:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Is the proposed marriage <strong>permissible under the personal law<\/strong> applicable to the applicant?<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Are the alleged grounds for the request <strong>true and well-founded<\/strong>?<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If the first wife has consented \u2014 is the consent <strong>genuine and of her own free will<\/strong>? (Interview of applicant and wife may be conducted by senior officers.)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If grounds relate to wife's <strong>sickness<\/strong> \u2014 obtain as much information as possible from medical authorities.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Are the <strong>maintenance arrangements for the first wife satisfactory<\/strong>?<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 219\/51-Ests., dated 16.02.1955<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Restrictions Against Bigamy Apply to Female Government Servants Also<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>The rule has been amended to include: <em>\"No female Government servant shall marry any person who has a wife living without first obtaining the <strong>permission of Government<\/strong>.\"<\/em><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>This principle shall also govern <strong>recruitment<\/strong> \u2014 a provision should be added in recruitment rules that no female candidate who has married a person having already a wife living shall be eligible for recruitment, unless Government specially exempts her.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/5\/55-Ests., dated 31.05.1956<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Declaration to be Obtained from New Entrants Regarding Marriage<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>A declaration in the prescribed form must be obtained from <strong>every new entrant to Government service<\/strong> (both sexes) indicating their marital status \u2014 whether unmarried\/widowed, married with one spouse, or having married a person with a spouse living.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>If a declaration in the negative is later found to be <strong>incorrect<\/strong>, the GS is liable to be <strong>dismissed from service<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/52\/57-Ests.(A), dated 02.01.1958<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Void Marriage Also Disqualifies; Amended Recruitment Rule Standard<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Even a marriage which is <strong>legally null and void<\/strong> by reason of a spouse living at the time of marriage still <strong>disqualifies<\/strong> the person for appointment to Government service.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Recruitment rules should be amended to expressly provide that:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>Male:<\/strong> No person having more than one wife living, or who contracts a void marriage during the lifetime of a spouse, is eligible for appointment.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>Female:<\/strong> No woman whose marriage is void by reason of the husband having a wife living, or who has married a man who has a wife living, is eligible for appointment.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u2705<\/span><span>The Central Government may, if satisfied that there are special grounds, <strong>exempt<\/strong> any person from the operation of these provisions.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/35\/60-Ests.(A), dated 09.12.1960<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule22\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 22<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Consumption of Intoxicating Drinks and Drugs<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule \u2014 Four Obligations<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span><strong>(a) Abide by Law:<\/strong> A Government servant shall strictly abide by any <strong>law relating to intoxicating drinks or drugs<\/strong> in force in any area in which he may happen to be for the time being.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(b) Not Under Influence on Duty:<\/strong> A Government servant shall not be <strong>under the influence<\/strong> of any intoxicating drink or drug during the course of his duty, and shall take due care that the <strong>performance of his duties at any time<\/strong> is not affected by the influence of such drink or drug.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(bb) No Consumption in Public Place:<\/strong> A Government servant shall <strong>refrain from consuming<\/strong> any intoxicating drink or drug in a <strong>public place<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(c) Not Appear Intoxicated in Public:<\/strong> A Government servant shall not <strong>appear in a public place in a state of intoxication<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(d) Not Use to Excess:<\/strong> A Government servant shall not use any intoxicating drink or drug <strong>to excess<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation \u2014 \"Public Place\" Defined<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>For the purpose of this rule, <strong>'public place'<\/strong> means any place or premises (including a <strong>conveyance<\/strong>) to which the public have, or are permitted to have access, whether <strong>on payment or otherwise<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Rule 22-A \u2014 Prohibition on Employment of Children Below 14 Years<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall <strong>employ to work any child below the age of 14 years<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 22 (3 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 What is a \"Public Place\"? Clubs & Hotels Clarified<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Club (members-only with guest access):<\/strong> Is a <strong>public place<\/strong> \u2014 both for non-member guests and for <strong>member Government servants<\/strong>. Consumption of intoxicating drinks there attracts Rule 22.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Hotel lodging room:<\/strong> Drinking in a <strong>lodging room<\/strong> in a hotel does <strong>not<\/strong> attract Rule 22 \u2014 it is private.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Hotel bar or restaurant<\/strong> (open to public): Drinking there <strong>does attract<\/strong> Rule 22.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83c\udf10 Official Entertainments \u2014 Clarification<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(a) Foreign Mission entertainments:<\/strong> Where officers are <strong>required in discharge of official duties<\/strong> to attend entertainments arranged by Foreign Missions in halls\/lounges exclusively reserved or taken on hire, taking drinks at such entertainments does <strong>not attract Rule 22<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(b) Government\/PSU organised parties (with foreigners):<\/strong> Same exception applies where the party is hosted by Government or any organisation controlled by Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(e) GS invited in official capacity:<\/strong> Rule 22 provisions do <strong>not apply<\/strong> to Government servants invited to official parties in their official capacity.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(c) & (d):<\/strong> Government servants are <strong>not exempted<\/strong> from Rule 22 in other places\/circumstances (e.g., hotel bars open to foreigners, club bars).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DP&AR Letter No. 11013\/16\/74-Estt.(A), dated 30.10.1976<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Consumption at Foreign Mission Parties Now Also Prohibited<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>In partial modification of Decision 1, it has been decided that Government servants should <strong>refrain from consuming intoxicating drinks even at official parties arranged by Foreign Missions<\/strong> \u2014 whether within Mission premises or in exclusively reserved halls\/lounges.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>The same position applies to parties arranged by <strong>Government or semi-Government organisations<\/strong> where foreigners are entertained, or similar parties hosted by others.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA DP&AR OM No. 11013\/10\/77-Estt.(A), dated 07.12.1977<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Disciplinary Authorities to Take Strictest View of Violations<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Every Government servant shall <strong>scrupulously adhere<\/strong> to the provisions of Rule 22. Violation constitutes good and sufficient reason for <strong>disciplinary action<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd0d<\/span><span>Disciplinary authorities shall keep a <strong>strict watch<\/strong> on the conduct of Government servants regarding matters covered by Rule 22.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Disciplinary authorities shall take a <strong>very serious view<\/strong> of any violation and shall not hesitate to impose the <strong>severest punishment<\/strong> on Government servants proved guilty of violating Rule 22.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-red\"><span style=\"font-size:17px;flex-shrink:0\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span><strong>Sources:<\/strong> Cabinet Sectt. DP&AR OM No. 11013\/17\/75-Estt.(A), dated 28.11.1975 & DP&AR OM No. 11013\/3\/84-Estt.(A), dated 29.03.1984<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule23\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 23<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Interpretation<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>If any question arises relating to the <strong>interpretation of these rules<\/strong>, it shall be referred to the <strong>Government whose decision thereon shall be final<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u2139\ufe0f Key Point<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Note that Rule 24 (Delegation of Powers) expressly <strong>excludes Rule 23 from delegation<\/strong> \u2014 the power to interpret the rules is <strong>non-delegable<\/strong> and vests exclusively in the Central Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 23 (2 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Power to Relax Rules to Prevent Hardship<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Where the Central Government is satisfied that the operation of any rule regulating conditions of service of Union Government servants <strong>causes undue hardship in any particular case<\/strong>, it may, by order, <strong>dispense with or relax the requirements of that rule<\/strong> to such extent and subject to such conditions as it may consider necessary \u2014 for dealing with the case in a <strong>just and equitable manner<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA Notification No. 108\/54-Ests.(A), dated 20.11.1954<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Scope and Procedure for Exercise of Relaxation Power<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>The power to relax rules derives from the principle that the authority competent to <strong>make rules is also competent to amend or interpret them<\/strong>. It is not a new power but codification of what was assumed to prevail under the Government of India Act, 1935 (Section 241(5)).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>This power is intended to be invoked only in <strong>rare and exceptional cases<\/strong>. Before an order of relaxation is passed:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>The <strong>Ministry which made the rule<\/strong> proposed to be relaxed must be consulted.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Other relevant Ministries (<strong>MHA and\/or Ministry of Finance<\/strong>) must be consulted as may be appropriate.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Any existing <strong>rules of business or procedure<\/strong> of the GoI Secretariat having a bearing on the subject must be complied with.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>The <strong>reasons for relaxation<\/strong> must be placed on record on the appropriate file \u2014 but should <strong>not form part of the formal order<\/strong> itself.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>The order must be <strong>authenticated as an order of the President<\/strong> in accordance with Article 77 of the Constitution.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 180\/54-Ests.(A), dated 25.03.1955<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule24\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 24<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Delegation of Powers<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>The Government may, by general or special order, direct that any power exercisable by it or any <strong>Head of Department under these rules<\/strong> (except the powers under <strong>Rule 23 and this Rule<\/strong>) shall, subject to such conditions as may be specified in the order, be exercisable also by such <strong>officer or authority as may be specified<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u2139\ufe0f Key Points<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Rule 23 (Interpretation) and Rule 24 itself are <strong>expressly excluded from delegation<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Delegation can be both <strong>general<\/strong> (by class of officers) or <strong>special<\/strong> (for specific cases).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 24 (9 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Delegation to Chief Administrative Officer (Defence Civilians)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Powers under <strong>Rule 8(2), Rule 13, Rule 16(4)(ii) and Rule 18(2)&(3)<\/strong> delegated to the <strong>Chief Administrative Officer, Ministry of Defence<\/strong> and specified Assistant Chief Administrative Officers \/ Director of Civilian Personnel \/ Deputy Director of Personnel (Civilians) in respect of Class II, III & IV civilian personnel in Armed Forces HQ and Inter-Service Organisations.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA Order No. 25\/19\/66-Ests.(A), dated 18.05.1965<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Delegation to DGTD (Property Transactions for Class I Officers)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Powers under <strong>Rule 18(2) and (3)<\/strong> delegated to the <strong>Director General of Technical Development<\/strong> in respect of Class I Officers serving under his control \u2014 subject to reporting all sanctions accorded to the Central Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/25\/65-Ests.(A), dated 08.06.1965<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Delegation to Administrators of Union Territories<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Powers under <strong>Rule 8(2), 10, 13, 14, 15(1)\u2013(3), 19(2)<\/strong> (for Class II\/III\/IV Central civil post holders) and <strong>Rule 4(2) and Rule 18 Explanation 2(a)(i)<\/strong> (for Class I officers in UTs, excluding Central Civil Service Class I officers and deputationists) delegated to the <strong>Administrators of specified Union Territories<\/strong> (Andaman & Nicobar, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Delhi, Goa-Daman-Diu, HP, Laccadive Islands, Manipur and Tripura).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Powers under <strong>Rule 8(1) and Rule 16(4)<\/strong> also delegated to UT Administrators for Class II\/III\/IV central civil post holders.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Delegation to Heads of Departments<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Powers under <strong>Rule 13(4)<\/strong> (foreign dignitary gifts) and <strong>Rule 16(4)(i)<\/strong> delegated to <strong>Heads of Departments<\/strong> in respect of Class II, III and IV Government servants under their control.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA Order No. 25\/30(i)\/65-Ests.(A), dated 06.10.1965<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 \"Prescribed Authority\" Under Various Rules<\/div>\n <div style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:10px 0;\">\n <table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\">\n <thead>\n <tr style=\"background:#1a6b5a;color:#fff;\">\n <th style=\"padding:7px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #aaa;\">Rule<\/th>\n <th style=\"padding:7px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #aaa;\">Prescribed Authority<\/th>\n <\/tr>\n <\/thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr style=\"background:#f7faf8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 4(2)(ii) & Rule 8(2)<\/strong><\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">Ministries\/Depts GS & Class I in offices under them \u2192 <strong>Administrative Ministry\/Dept<\/strong><br>Others \u2192 <strong>Head of Department<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 15(4)<\/strong><\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">Authority competent under <strong>Supplementary Rule 11<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"background:#f7faf8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 16(4)(ii)<\/strong><\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">All GS \u2192 <strong>Authority competent to remove or dismiss (i.e. Appointing Authority)<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 19(2)<\/strong><\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">Ministries\/Depts GS & Class I in offices under them \u2192 <strong>Administrative Ministry\/Dept<\/strong><br>Others \u2192 <strong>Head of Office<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"background:#f7faf8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 12 (Subscriptions)<\/strong><\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">No specific prescribed authority specified \u2014 power exercisable by <strong>Administrative Ministry\/Dept concerned<\/strong> for all GS<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>For a GS on <strong>Foreign Service or deputation<\/strong> to another Ministry\/Government \u2014 the prescribed authority is the appropriate authority in his <strong>parent Ministry or Department<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 6 \u2014 Authorities Competent to Receive Reports Submitted to \"Government\"<\/div>\n <div style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:10px 0;\">\n <table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\">\n <thead>\n <tr style=\"background:#1a6b5a;color:#fff;\">\n <th style=\"padding:7px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #aaa;\">Rule<\/th>\n <th style=\"padding:7px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #aaa;\">Authority to Receive Report<\/th>\n <\/tr>\n <\/thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr style=\"background:#f7faf8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 5(2)<\/strong> (Political activity \u2014 family)<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">All GS \u2192 <strong>Appointing Authority<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 13(2)&(3), Rule 15(2)<\/strong><\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">Ministries\/Depts GS & Class I \u2192 <strong>Administrative Ministry\/Dept<\/strong><br>Others (except Class IV) \u2192 <strong>Head of Department<\/strong><br>Class IV \u2192 <strong>Head of Office<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"background:#f7faf8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 17<\/strong> (Insolvency)<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">All GS \u2192 <strong>Appointing Authority<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 7 \u2014 Delegation to Heads of Department for Rule 18(2)&(3) (Group A)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Powers under <strong>Rule 18(2) and (3)<\/strong> also exercisable by <strong>Heads of Department<\/strong> in respect of Class I (Group A) officers serving under their control \u2014 subject to <strong>reporting all sanctions to Central Government<\/strong> (or Comptroller & Auditor General for IA&AS). Powers in relation to the <strong>Heads of Department themselves<\/strong> continue to vest with the Central Government\/CAG.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA Notification No. 25\/11\/68-Ests.(A), dated 05.08.1968<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 8, 9 \u2014 Day-to-Day Administration of Conduct Rules: Delegation to Administrative Ministries<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>In respect of services <strong>not controlled by MHA<\/strong>: Powers under Conduct Rules have already been delegated to Heads of Departments and Heads of Office for Group B\/C\/D. For <strong>Group A and non-delegated powers<\/strong>, the <strong>Administrative Ministries themselves<\/strong> should exercise the powers \u2014 no reference to MHA is necessary unless there is doubt about interpretation.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>In respect of services <strong>controlled by MHA<\/strong> (All India Services, CSS, Industrial Management Pool): Day-to-day administration can be left to the different Ministries\/Departments. No reference to MHA required \u2014 <strong>except<\/strong> for <strong>annual returns of immovable property<\/strong>, which must continue to be sent to MHA.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Exception (Decision 9):<\/strong> Cases relating to <strong>retired officers of All India Services<\/strong> and <strong>CSS officers of rank of Under Secretary and above<\/strong> seeking permission for commercial employment (post-retirement) must be referred to <strong>MHA for decision<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule25\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 25<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Repeal and Saving<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\uddd1\ufe0f<\/span><span>Any rules corresponding to these rules in force <strong>immediately before the commencement<\/strong> of these rules and applicable to the Government servants to whom these rules apply, are hereby <strong>repealed<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 First Proviso \u2014 Continuity of Orders\/Actions<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Any <strong>order made or action taken<\/strong> under the rules so repealed shall be deemed to have been made or taken under the <strong>corresponding provisions of these rules<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Second Proviso \u2014 Past Contraventions Still Punishable<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>The repeal shall <strong>not affect the previous operation<\/strong> of the rules so repealed. 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*\/\n.rule-div { border: none; border-top: 2px dashed #dde0e8; margin: 48px 0; }\n\n\/* \u2500\u2500\u2500 CTA LINK \u2500\u2500\u2500 *\/\n\n\/* \u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\n GOI DECISIONS BOX\n\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550\u2550 *\/\n.goi-outer { margin: 24px 0 28px; }\n.goi-lbl {\n display: inline-block;\n background: #b07c00; color: #fff;\n font-size: 11px; font-weight: 700;\n padding: 5px 15px; border-radius: 4px 4px 0 0;\n letter-spacing: 0.07em; text-transform: uppercase;\n margin-bottom: -1px; position: relative; z-index: 1;\n}\n.goi-box {\n background: #fffbec; border: 1px solid #e2a800;\n border-top: 3px solid 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}\n.r5-upd { display: inline-block; background: #f5c518; color: #1a3a6b; font-size: 9px; font-weight: 700; padding: 2px 7px; border-radius: 20px; letter-spacing: 0.06em; text-transform: uppercase; margin-left: 7px; vertical-align: middle; }\n.r5-upd-r { display: inline-block; background: #fde8ea; color: #b5182b; font-size: 9px; font-weight: 700; padding: 2px 7px; border-radius: 20px; letter-spacing: 0.06em; text-transform: uppercase; margin-left: 7px; vertical-align: middle; }\n.r5-sec { font-size: 10px; font-weight: 700; letter-spacing: 0.13em; text-transform: uppercase; color: #1e4d35; border-bottom: 2px solid #c8d0e8; padding-bottom: 4px; margin: 14px 0 10px; }\n.r5-cg { display: grid; grid-template-columns: 1fr 1fr; gap: 8px; margin-top: 9px; }\n@media(max-width:640px){ .r5-cg{grid-template-columns:1fr;} }\n.r5-ci2 { background: #f7f8fc; border: 1px solid #c8d0e8; border-radius: 6px; padding: 9px 12px; font-size: 13px; line-height: 1.6; color: #2a3555; }\n.r5-ci2 strong { color: 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padding: 16px 18px 12px; }\n}\n<\/style>\n<\/head>\n<body>\n\n\n<div class=\"breadcrumb-bar\">\n <a href=\"#\">Home<\/a><span>\/<\/span>\n <a href=\"#\">Notes<\/a><span>\/<\/span>\n <a href=\"#\">CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964<\/a><span>\/<\/span>\n <strong id=\"bc-rule\">Rule 4<\/strong>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"wrapper\">\n\n \n <aside class=\"sidebar\">\n <div class=\"sidebar-inner\">\n <div class=\"sb-brand\">\n <div class=\"ico\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/div>\n <div class=\"name\">CSS ADDA<\/div>\n <div class=\"sub\">Promotion Exams Portal<\/div>\n <div class=\"pill\">CCS Conduct Rules<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"toc-hd\">\ud83d\udccb Table of Contents<\/div>\n <div class=\"toc-sub\">The Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964<\/div>\n\n <ul class=\"toc-list\">\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule1\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 1 \u2014 Short Title, Commencement & Application<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">01<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule2\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcd6<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 2 \u2014 Definitions<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">02<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule3\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\u2b50<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 3 \u2014 General<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">03<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule4\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83c\udfe2<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 4 \u2014 Employment of Near Relatives in Companies or Firms<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">04<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule5\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\uddf3\ufe0f<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 5 \u2014 Taking Part in Politics and Elections<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">05<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule6\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 6 \u2014 Joining of Associations by Government Servants<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">06<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule7\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udeab<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 7 \u2014 Demonstration and Strikes<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">07<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule8\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcf0<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 8 \u2014 Connection with Press or Other Media<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">08<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule9\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcac<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 9 \u2014 Criticism of Government<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">09<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule10\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 10 \u2014 Evidence before Committee or any other Authority<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">10<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule11\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 11 \u2014 Unauthorised Communication of Information<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">11<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule12\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 12 \u2014 Subscriptions<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">12<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule13\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83c\udf81<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 13 \u2014 Gifts<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">13<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule14\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83c\udfc6<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 14 \u2014 Public Demonstrations in Honour of Government Servants<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">14<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule15\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcbc<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 15 \u2014 Private Trade or Employment<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">15<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule16\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcc8<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 16 \u2014 Investment, Lending and Borrowing<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">16<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule17\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcb3<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 17 \u2014 Insolvency and Habitual Indebtedness<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">17<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule18\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83c\udfe0<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 18 \u2014 Movable, Immovable and Valuable Property<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">18<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule19\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 19 \u2014 Vindication of Acts and Character of Government Servant<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">19<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule20\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udce3<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 20 \u2014 Canvassing of Non-Official or other Outside Influence<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">20<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule21\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udc8d<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 21 \u2014 Restriction Regarding Marriage<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">21<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule22\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udead<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 22 \u2014 Consumption of Intoxicating Drinks and Drugs<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">22<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule23\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 23 \u2014 Interpretation<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">23<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule24\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udd11<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 24 \u2014 Delegation of Powers<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">24<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"rule25\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Rule 25 \u2014 Repeal and Saving<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">25<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <li><a href=\"#\" data-rule=\"misc\"><span class=\"toc-ic\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span class=\"toc-tx\">Miscellaneous Matters<\/span><span class=\"toc-n\">\u2605<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <\/aside>\n\n \n <main class=\"main\">\n <div class=\"pg-head\">\n <h1>CCS (Conduct) Rules \u2014 Study Notes<\/h1>\n <div class=\"pg-sub\">Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964 \u00b7 CSS ADDA Promotion Exams Portal<\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"content-area\">\n\n \n <div id=\"rule1\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 1<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Short Title, Commencement and Application<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. Title, Commencement & Scope<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (1):<\/strong> These rules may be called the <strong>Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (2):<\/strong> They shall <strong>come into force at once<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (3):<\/strong> Subject to the provisions of the Indian Foreign Service (Conduct and Discipline) Rules, 1961, these rules shall apply to <strong>every person appointed to a civil service or post (including a civilian in Defence Service) in connection with the affairs of the Union<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Who Is Excluded \u2014 First Proviso<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Nothing in these rules shall apply to any Government servant who is:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\ude82<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> A <strong>railway servant<\/strong> as defined under the Indian Railways Act, 1890; or a person holding a post in the Railway Board subject to the Railway Services (Conduct) Rules; or holding any post under the administrative control of the Railway Board or Financial Commissioner of Railways.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> A member of an <strong>All India Service<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>(c)<\/strong> A holder of any post in respect of which the <strong>President has, by general or special order, directed that these rules shall not apply<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Partial Exclusion \u2014 Second Proviso (Industrial\/Field Establishments)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>The following rules shall <strong>not apply<\/strong> to any Government servant who draws pay not exceeding <strong>\u20b9500 per mensem<\/strong> and holds a <strong>non-gazetted post<\/strong> in any of the following establishments owned or managed by the Government:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div style=\"background:#f7f8fc;border:1px solid #c8d0e8;border-radius:7px;padding:11px 15px;margin:9px 0 12px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.9;\">\n <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:2px 18px;\">\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 4<\/strong> \u2014 Employment of Near Relatives<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 6<\/strong> \u2014 Connection with Press<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 7<\/strong> \u2014 Demonstration and Strikes<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 12<\/strong> \u2014 Subscriptions<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 14<\/strong> \u2014 Public Demonstrations in Honour of GS<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 15(3)<\/strong> \u2014 Reporting Family's Trade\/Business<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 16<\/strong> \u2014 Investment, Lending and Borrowing<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 18(1)(2)(3)<\/strong> \u2014 Property Returns & Transactions<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 19<\/strong> \u2014 Vindication of Acts and Character<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 20<\/strong> \u2014 Canvassing of Non-Official Influence<\/span>\n <span>\ud83d\udccc <strong>Rule 21<\/strong> \u2014 Restriction Regarding Marriage<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:4px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u2693<\/span><span>Ports, docks, wharves or jetties<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f<\/span><span>Defence installations (except training establishments)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfd7\ufe0f<\/span><span>Public works establishments \u2014 work-charged staff only<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udca1<\/span><span>Irrigation and electric power establishments<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u26cf\ufe0f<\/span><span>Mines (as defined in the Mines Act, 1952)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfed<\/span><span>Factories (as defined in the Factories Act, 1948)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\ude9c<\/span><span>Field units of the Central Tractor Organisation employing workmen governed by labour laws<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation to Second Proviso<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>The expression 'establishment' in the second proviso shall <strong>not include<\/strong> any railway establishment or any office mainly concerned with <strong>administrative, managerial, supervisory, security or welfare functions<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Third Proviso:<\/strong> These rules shall apply to any person temporarily transferred to a railway service or post (first proviso) if, but for such transfer, these rules would have applied to him.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 1 (4 Decisions + 2A)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Honorary Workers in Civil Posts: How CCS (Conduct) Rules Apply<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Honorary employment should be <strong>exceptional<\/strong> \u2014 only in abnormal circumstances or when suitable paid employees are not available. Offered only to persons of meritorious service, eminence and integrity.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Services should be utilised in an <strong>advisory capacity only<\/strong> \u2014 no executive, administrative or judicial powers.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span>Honorary workers shall be paid a <strong>nominal salary of \u20b91 per month<\/strong> to bring them within the ambit of the Government Servants Conduct Rules. They may voluntarily surrender this nominal salary by writing to the Accounts Officer.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span><span>Honorary workers are <strong>automatically subject to the Indian Official Secrets Act, 1923<\/strong> \u2014 no separate declaration required, but the position should be made clear at appointment.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>For honorary workers prominent in public or political life, Rules 8 (press), 9 (criticism of Government) and 5 (politics) shall as a <strong>working arrangement not be strictly enforced<\/strong> in so far as participation in politics is concerned. All other rules apply fully.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>For <strong>Members of Parliament<\/strong> employed in honorary capacity \u2014 must not amount to <strong>holding office of profit<\/strong> under Article 102(1)(a). Nominal salary requirement (clause iv) shall <strong>not<\/strong> be enforced; advisory-only restriction (clause iii) shall be <strong>strictly adhered to<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>All proposals for employment of honorary workers, or for relaxation of any of the basic principles, must be referred to the <strong>Ministry of Home Affairs for prior concurrence<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\">Source: MHA OM No. 25\/2\/50-Ests.(A), dated 20.06.1951<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 2, 2A \u2014 Applicability to Public Undertakings<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Wholly Government-financed corporate undertakings<\/strong> (where whole capital is invested by the State): The activities of employees should be restricted in the <strong>same manner as GS directly under Government<\/strong>. CCS (Conduct) Rules should be extended \u2014 either by rules under statutory authority or as terms of contract.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Corporate undertakings controlled or partly financed by Government:<\/strong> CCS (Conduct) Rules should be applied <strong>wherever possible<\/strong> with such modifications as may be necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Statutory and other corporate public sector undertakings should be advised to bring their Conduct Rules in line with the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964 \u2014 incorporating particularly the <strong>integrity-related provisions<\/strong> recommended by the Santhanam Committee.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Commissions\/Committees: Applicability Depends on Formal Appointment<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>The CCS (Conduct) Rules apply to <strong>all persons formally appointed to a civil service or post<\/strong> \u2014 not merely because they receive remuneration from Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Non-official members of Commissions\/Boards\/Committees who prefer to maintain their non-official status should be appointed as Chairman\/Member of the Commission\/Committee <strong>without reference to any civil service or post<\/strong> \u2014 on suitable honoraria \u2014 so that the rules do not apply to them.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Where honoraria sanctioned for honorary workers are substantial, the <strong>honorary character of the employment is lost<\/strong>. Honorarium should be nominal \u2014 not equivalent to regular salary \u2014 if the non-official status is to be maintained.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Extra-Departmental Agents (Posts & Telegraphs): Not Applicable<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>The President has directed that the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964 shall <strong>not apply to any Extra-Departmental Agent in the Posts and Telegraphs Department<\/strong> who does not hold any other post in connection with the affairs of the Union.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\">Source: MHA Notification No. F.25\/29\/57-Ests.(A), dated 25.01.1959<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule2\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 2<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Definitions<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">Key Definitions Under the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964<\/div>\n\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>\"The Government\"<\/strong> means the <strong>Central Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udc64<\/span><span><strong>\"Government servant\"<\/strong> means any person appointed by Government to any civil service or post in connection with the affairs of the Union \u2014 includes a <strong>civilian in a Defence Service<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation \u2014 GS on Deputation \/ Foreign Service<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>A Government servant whose services are placed at the disposal of a <strong>company, corporation, organisation or local authority<\/strong> by the Government shall, for the purpose of these rules, be deemed to be a Government servant serving under the Government \u2014 <strong>notwithstanding that his salary is drawn from sources other than the Consolidated Fund of India<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67<\/span><span><strong>\"Members of family\"<\/strong> in relation to a Government servant includes:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udc91<\/span><span><strong>(i)<\/strong> The <strong>wife or husband<\/strong> \u2014 whether residing with the GS or not \u2014 but does <strong>not include<\/strong> a wife or husband separated by <strong>decree or order of a competent Court<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udc66<\/span><span><strong>(ii)<\/strong> <strong>Son, daughter, step-son or step-daughter<\/strong> who is <strong>wholly dependent<\/strong> on the GS \u2014 but does <strong>not include<\/strong> a child\/step-child no longer dependent on the GS, or of whose custody the GS has been deprived by or under any law.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udc65<\/span><span><strong>(iii)<\/strong> Any other person related, whether by <strong>blood or marriage<\/strong>, to the GS or to the GS's wife or husband, and <strong>wholly dependent<\/strong> on the GS.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Key Test for \"Member of Family\":<\/strong> The critical factor for clause (iii) is <strong>whole dependence<\/strong> on the Government servant. A relative who is financially independent does not fall within the definition, regardless of blood or marital relationship.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule3\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 3<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">General<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Sub-rule (1) \u2014 General Obligations at All Times<\/div>\n <p style=\"font-size:13.5px;color:#444;margin:0 0 8px;\">Every Government servant shall at all times maintain:<\/p>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(i)<\/strong> Absolute <strong>integrity<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(ii)<\/strong> <strong>Devotion to duty<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(iii)<\/strong> Do nothing which is <strong>unbecoming of a Government servant<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f Clauses (iv)\u2013(xxi): Added by Third Amendment Rules, 2014 (w.e.f. 27.11.2014)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(iv)<\/strong> Commit himself to and uphold the <strong>supremacy of the Constitution and democratic values<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(v)<\/strong> Defend and uphold the <strong>sovereignty and integrity of India<\/strong>, security of the State, public order, decency and morality<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(vi)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>high ethical standards and honesty<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(vii)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>political neutrality<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(viii)<\/strong> Promote the principles of <strong>merit, fairness and impartiality<\/strong> in the discharge of duties<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(ix)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>accountability and transparency<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(x)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>responsiveness to the public<\/strong>, particularly to the weaker sections<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xi)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>courtesy and good behaviour with the public<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xii)<\/strong> Take decisions solely in <strong>public interest<\/strong> and use public resources <strong>efficiently, effectively and economically<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xiii)<\/strong> <strong>Declare any private interests<\/strong> relating to his public duties and resolve any conflicts in a way that protects the public interest<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xiv)<\/strong> Not place himself under any <strong>financial or other obligation<\/strong> to any individual or organisation which may influence him in the performance of his official duties<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xv)<\/strong> Not <strong>misuse his position<\/strong> as a civil servant and not take decisions to derive financial or material benefits for himself, his family or his friends<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xvi)<\/strong> Make choices, take decisions and make recommendations <strong>on merit alone<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xvii)<\/strong> Act with <strong>fairness and impartiality<\/strong> and not discriminate against anyone, particularly the poor and under-privileged sections<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xviii)<\/strong> Refrain from doing anything <strong>contrary to any law, rules, regulations and established practices<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xix)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>discipline<\/strong> in the discharge of duties and be liable to implement <strong>lawful orders duly communicated<\/strong> to him<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xx)<\/strong> Maintain <strong>confidentiality<\/strong> as required by law \u2014 particularly regarding information whose disclosure may prejudicially affect sovereignty\/integrity\/security\/strategic\/scientific\/economic interests of India, friendly relations with foreign countries or lead to incitement of an offence<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(xxi)<\/strong> Perform duties with the <strong>highest degree of professionalism and dedication<\/strong> to the best of his abilities<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"box-red\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Explanation I:<\/strong> A Government servant who <strong>habitually fails to perform the task assigned within the time set and with the quality expected<\/strong> shall be deemed to be <strong>lacking in devotion to duty<\/strong> [Rule 3(1)(ii)].<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-red\" style=\"margin-top:6px;\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Explanation II:<\/strong> Rule 3(2)(ii) shall <strong>not<\/strong> be construed as empowering a GS to <strong>evade his responsibilities by seeking instructions from a superior<\/strong> when such instructions are not necessary under the scheme of distribution of powers and responsibilities.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\" style=\"margin-top:16px;\">Sub-rule (2) \u2014 Supervisory Responsibilities & Oral Directions<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>(i)<\/strong> Every GS holding a <strong>supervisory post<\/strong> shall take all possible steps to ensure the <strong>integrity and devotion to duty<\/strong> of all Government servants under his control and authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>(ii)<\/strong> No GS shall, in the performance of his official duties, act otherwise than in his <strong>best judgement<\/strong> except when acting under the direction of his official superior.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u270d\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>(iii)<\/strong> The direction of the official superior shall <strong>ordinarily be in writing<\/strong>. Oral directions shall be avoided as far as possible. Where oral direction becomes unavoidable, the superior shall <strong>confirm it in writing immediately thereafter<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u270d\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>(iv)<\/strong> A GS who has received oral directions from his official superior shall <strong>seek confirmation in writing as early as possible<\/strong> \u2014 whereupon it shall be the duty of the superior to confirm in writing.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\" style=\"margin-top:16px;\">Rule 3A \u2014 Promptness and Courtesy<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> No GS shall, in the performance of his official duties, act in a <strong>discourteous manner<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> No GS shall adopt <strong>dilatory tactics or wilfully cause delays<\/strong> in disposal of the work assigned to him.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\" style=\"margin-top:14px;\">Rule 3B \u2014 Observance of Government's Policies<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Every GS shall at all times act in accordance with the Government's policies regarding \u2014 <strong>age of marriage; preservation of environment; protection of wildlife and cultural heritage<\/strong>; and <strong>prevention of crime against women<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\" style=\"margin-top:14px;\">Rule 3C \u2014 Prohibition of Sexual Harassment of Working Women<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (1):<\/strong> No GS shall indulge in any act of <strong>sexual harassment<\/strong> of any woman at any work place.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (2):<\/strong> Every GS who is <strong>in-charge of a work place<\/strong> shall take appropriate steps to <strong>prevent sexual harassment<\/strong> to any woman at the work place.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation \u2014 Definition of \"Sexual Harassment\" & \"Workplace\"<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Sexual harassment<\/strong> includes: physical contact and advances; demand or request for sexual favours; sexually coloured remarks; showing pornography; any other unwelcome physical, verbal or non-verbal conduct of a sexual nature. <em>Circumstances<\/em> that may amount to SH include: promise of preferential treatment; threat of detrimental treatment; threat to present\/future employment status; interference with work or creating hostile environment; humiliating treatment likely to affect health or safety.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfe2<\/span><span><strong>Workplace<\/strong> includes: any department\/organisation\/office established or substantially financed by Central Government; hospitals or nursing homes; sports institutes\/stadiums; any place visited by the employee arising out of or during the course of employment <em>including transportation provided by the employer<\/em>; a dwelling place or a house.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 3 (25 Decisions + Sub-decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 1, 1A \u2014 Integrity for Responsible Posts; Independence & Impartiality<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>No officer who does not have a <strong>reputation for honesty<\/strong> should be placed in a position where there is considerable scope for discretion (Planning Commission's First Five Year Plan, Ch. VI).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>GS especially those holding positions of <strong>trust and responsibility<\/strong> should not only be honest and impartial but also have the <strong>reputation of being so<\/strong>. In their social relations and dealings, those holding responsible posts should ensure that there is <strong>no ground or occasion to suggest that some individuals have greater access or influence<\/strong> with them than others.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 41\/2\/55(II)-Ests.(A), dated 23.04.1955<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 2, 2A, 3, 3A\u20133E \u2014 Official Dealings with Members of Parliament & State Legislatures<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Two basic principles:<\/strong> (i) GS should show <strong>courtesy and consideration<\/strong> to MPs\/MLAs; (ii) They should carefully consider what MPs\/MLAs say but should <strong>always act according to their own best judgement<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Priority in meetings:<\/strong> Officers should set apart time daily for visitors. Within those hours, <strong>MPs\/MLAs get priority<\/strong> \u2014 except when a visitor has a prior appointment, in which case the MP\/MLA should be seen immediately thereafter. Any deviation from an appointment with an MP must be <strong>promptly explained<\/strong> and a fresh appointment fixed.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Physical courtesies:<\/strong> An officer should <strong>rise to receive and see off<\/strong> an MP\/MLA visiting him.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Seating at public functions:<\/strong> MPs appear at Article 30 of the Warrant of Precedence \u2014 above officers of the rank of full General, Secretaries to GoI etc. Block seats for MPs must be <strong>reserved till the end of the function<\/strong> and must not be occupied by others even if vacant.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Letters from MPs\/MLAs:<\/strong> Must be <strong>acknowledged promptly<\/strong>, responded to at appropriate level expeditiously, and relevant non-confidential information\/statistics furnished when asked. In doubtful cases, take higher authority's instructions before refusing.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Telephonic messages:<\/strong> Officers must <strong>not ignore telephonic messages<\/strong> from MPs\/MLAs left during their absence \u2014 must contact the Member at the earliest.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Public functions:<\/strong> MPs\/MLAs of the area must be <strong>invariably invited<\/strong> to public functions organized by Government offices. Invitations should be sent through speedier modes well in advance. Receipt of invitation by the Member must be <strong>confirmed<\/strong> by the officer\/official concerned. Functions should be held, as far as possible, when Parliament is not in session.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Parliamentary Committee references:<\/strong> Must be attended to promptly \u2014 not passed routinely down the line. A senior officer at <strong>Joint Secretary level or equivalent<\/strong> should be charged with ensuring this.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>GS's own service grievances:<\/strong> A GS should <strong>not approach MPs\/MLAs for sponsoring his individual case<\/strong> \u2014 this is prohibited under the relevant Conduct Rules (see Rule 20).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Addressing MPs:<\/strong> They should be addressed as <strong>\"Member of Parliament\" (or MP)<\/strong> \u2014 not as Member of Lok Sabha or Member of Rajya Sabha \u2014 unless greater specificity is required.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Proselytisation: Disciplinary Action Without Specific Conduct Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>A GS who <strong>participates in or organises conversions from one religion to another<\/strong> \u2014 especially by using directly or indirectly his official position or influence \u2014 acts in a manner that creates an impression of favouring persons of a particular religion. While no specific rule has been added to the Conduct Rules, such conduct may be treated as <strong>good and sufficient reason for disciplinary action<\/strong> under CCS (CCA) Rules.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/50\/57-Ests.(A), dated 15.01.1958<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 Neglect of Family: Unbecoming Conduct; Departmental Action Possible<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Neglect of wife and family in a manner <strong>unbecoming of a Government servant<\/strong> may be regarded as good and sufficient reason for disciplinary action under CCS (CCA) Rules \u2014 without invoking any specific Conduct Rule. However, if <strong>legal proceedings for maintenance are pending in Court<\/strong>, Government should not simultaneously take departmental action as it may amount to contempt of court.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/16\/59-Ests.(A), dated 01.09.1959<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 6 \u2014 Untouchability: Absolutely Prohibited; Disciplinary Action + Prosecution<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Article 17 of the Constitution abolishes untouchability. The Untouchability (Offences) Act, 1955 makes it an offence. A GS found guilty of the practice of untouchability in any form will be considered <strong>unfit for public service<\/strong> and disciplinary action will be taken against him \u2014 in addition to liability to prosecution. Government servants have a <strong>special obligation<\/strong> to enforce the Act and help create the necessary climate for complete elimination of untouchability.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 7 \u2014 Estimates Committee Recommendation: Prompt & Courteous Service to Public<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>The GS's <strong>first obligation is to render service to, and not merely to exercise authority over, the public<\/strong>. If a complaint is received and established that a GS has acted in a discourteous manner or adopted dilatory tactics, <strong>deterrent and prompt action should be taken<\/strong> against him. Training institutions must lay special emphasis on this.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 14\/9\/66-Ests.(A)-I, dated 03.08.1966<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 8, 8A, 8B \u2014 Card Playing & Lunch-Hour Discipline<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No GS should <strong>play cards on lawns or open spaces<\/strong> inside or outside office buildings. Card games should be confined to <strong>recreation rooms or approved places<\/strong>. No indoor games after <strong>7:00 PM<\/strong> except on special occasions (tournaments etc.). GS must not <strong>overstay the lunch hour<\/strong>. Violation of these instructions renders GS liable to disciplinary action.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 9 \u2014 Disciplinary Action for Misconduct in Previous\/Earlier Employment<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Action can be taken against a GS for <strong>misconduct committed before his employment<\/strong> if the misconduct has a <strong>rational connection with his present employment<\/strong> and renders him unfit and unsuitable for continuing in service. The charge-sheet must specifically state that the past misconduct renders him unfit and unsuitable for continuance in service.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 39\/1\/67-Ests.(A), dated 21.02.1967<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 10 \u2014 Display of Posters on Office Walls<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd17<\/span><span>See <strong>GoI Decision 4 under Rule 7<\/strong> (Demonstration and Strikes).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 11 \u2014 Supervisory Officers: Duty to Ensure Integrity & Devotion to Duty<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Rule 3(2)(i) \u2014 the duty of supervisory officers to ensure integrity and devotion to duty of subordinates \u2014 is intended to be invoked <strong>only in cases where there has been a failure<\/strong> on the part of the supervisory officer concerned to take all reasonable and necessary steps. It is not meant to penalise supervisors for isolated acts of subordinates beyond their control.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: Cabinet Secretariat OM No. 25\/2\/72-Ests.(A), dated 10.01.1973<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 13, 20 \u2014 Oral Instructions by Senior Officers: Procedure to Be Followed<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Six key rules on oral instructions:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Senior officers should <strong>not, as far as possible, issue oral instructions<\/strong> to subordinates.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If oral instructions are issued, they must be <strong>confirmed in writing immediately<\/strong> thereafter.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If a junior seeks written confirmation, the senior <strong>must confirm in writing<\/strong> \u2014 he cannot refuse to confirm, nor can he simply deny having given the direction.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>A junior who has received oral orders must <strong>seek written confirmation as early as practicable<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Where a <strong>Minister's personal staff<\/strong> communicates an oral order on behalf of the Minister, it should be confirmed in writing immediately thereafter.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If oral instructions from the Minister\/personal staff are <strong>not in accordance with norms\/rules\/regulations<\/strong>, the junior officer should seek further clear orders from the <strong>Secretary or Head of Department<\/strong>, stating clearly that the oral instructions are not in accordance with the rules. If in accordance \u2014 bring to the notice of Secretary\/HoD for information.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 21 \u2014 Secretaries to GoI: Not to Be Appointed to PSU Boards<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>As a general policy (with PM's approval), <strong>Secretaries to Government need not be appointed to the Boards of Public Sector Undertakings<\/strong> or companies in which PSUs are intimately involved. This applies to Secretaries of Departments irrespective of the service to which they belong.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/11\/93-Estt.(A), dated 25.10.1993<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 22 \u2014 Independence & Impartiality: Misuse of Position = Disciplinary Action<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>A GS must be impartial and must not show <strong>undue favour or ill-will<\/strong> in his official dealings. If a GS is found to misuse his official position or to <strong>abet and connive at improper and illegal acts<\/strong>, he shall be liable to disciplinary action for violation of Rule 3 of CCS (Conduct) Rules.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/10\/93-Estt.(A), dated 06.10.1993<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 23, 23A\u201323C \u2014 Prior Permission Required for Leaving Station\/Headquarters; Foreign Visits<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>A GS is required to take <strong>prior permission for leaving his station\/headquarters<\/strong>, and more so when proposing to go abroad during such absence (FR 11; CSR Article 56).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Exception:<\/strong> Separate permission may not be necessary where the GS has <strong>indicated his intention of leaving headquarters along with his leave address in the leave application<\/strong> \u2014 and if the leave is sanctioned, permission for going abroad is also implied. But leave-sanctioning authorities must keep this in mind.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Officers who are competent to sanction their own leave must obtain <strong>permission for leaving station from their superior authority<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>When seeking permission to visit abroad, the GS is required to furnish information on the proposed and <strong>previous private visits during the last four years<\/strong> (as per prescribed proforma \u2014 revised per Delhi HC direction in Chandra Kumar Jain Vs. Union of India).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Failure to obtain permission before leaving for foreign visits is to be <strong>viewed seriously<\/strong> and may entail disciplinary action.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 24 \u2014 Implementation of Prescribed Service Rules: Reduces Litigation<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Every GS is required to maintain devotion to duty and act in his best judgement. Accordingly, all GS are enjoined to <strong>faithfully implement laid down policies, rules and regulations in service matters<\/strong>. Proper implementation considerably reduces litigation on service matters.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/6\/94-Estt.(A), dated 27.05.1994<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 25, 25A\u201325C \u2014 Sexual Harassment: Complaints Committee Procedure<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Based on the Supreme Court's judgment in <strong>Vishaka vs. State of Rajasthan<\/strong> (JT 1997 (7) SC 384), every organisation must have an appropriate <strong>Complaints Committee<\/strong> for redressal of sexual harassment complaints.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>The Complaints Committee must be headed by an officer <strong>sufficiently higher in rank<\/strong> so as to lend credibility to the investigation (heading by an UDC-level officer is a mockery of the system).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Pursuant to the SC's order in <strong>Medha Kotwal Lele & Others vs. Union of India<\/strong> (2004) and the consequent amendment to Rule 14(2) of CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965: the <strong>report of the Complaints Committee shall be deemed to be an enquiry report<\/strong> (not merely a preliminary report) under the CCS Rules. The disciplinary authority shall act on the report in accordance with the rules.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule6\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 6<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Joining of Associations by Government Servants<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall <strong>join or continue to be a member of<\/strong> an association the objects or activities of which are prejudicial to the interests of the:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf3<\/span><span><strong>Sovereignty and integrity of India<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span><span><strong>Public order<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Morality<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u2139\ufe0f Scope<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>The prohibition covers <strong>both joining<\/strong> a prohibited association and <strong>continuing as a member<\/strong> of one. It applies to the <strong>objects or activities<\/strong> of the association \u2014 even if the individual member does not personally participate in the objectionable activities.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 6 (2 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 How to Determine Whether an Association's Objects\/Activities Attract Rule 6<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>A comprehensive and exhaustive enumeration of objects or activities that would attract Rule 6 is <strong>not practicable<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>To prevent arbitrary action at lower levels, it has been decided that <strong>action for alleged violation of Rule 6 can be taken by a disciplinary authority only when an authority not below the level of a Head of Department<\/strong> has decided that the objects or activities of the Association concerned are such as would attract Rule 6.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Where the <strong>Head of Department is himself in doubt<\/strong>, he shall <strong>seek the advice of the Administrative Ministry\/Department concerned<\/strong> before action for the alleged violation is initiated.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA, Deptt. of Personnel & AR No. 11013\/2\/77-Estt.(A), dated 07.06.1978<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Display of Posters on Office Walls<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd17<\/span><span>See <strong>GoI Decision 4 under Rule 7<\/strong> (Demonstration and Strikes) and <strong>GoI Decision 10 under Rule 3<\/strong> (General). Affixing posters on office walls without permission renders GS liable to appropriate action.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule7\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 7<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Demonstration and Strikes<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(i)<\/strong> Engage himself or participate in any <strong>demonstration<\/strong> which is prejudicial to the interests of the <strong>sovereignty and integrity of India, the security of the State, friendly relations with foreign States, public order, decency or morality<\/strong>, or which involves <strong>contempt of court, defamation or incitement to an offence<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(ii)<\/strong> Resort to or in any way <strong>abet any form of strike or coercion or physical duress<\/strong> in connection with any matter pertaining to his service or the service of any other Government servant.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 What Constitutes a \"Strike\" (GoI Decision 2)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>\"Strike\" means <strong>refusal to work or stoppage or slowing down of work by a group of employees acting in combination<\/strong>. It includes:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span><strong>Mass absentation from work without permission<\/strong> (wrongly described as \"mass casual leave\")<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span><strong>Refusal to work overtime<\/strong> where such work is necessary in the public interest<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span>Practices likely to result in <strong>cessation or substantial retardation of work<\/strong> \u2014 including \"go-slow\", \"sit-down\", \"pen-down\", \"stay-in\", \"sympathetic\" or any similar strike; also <strong>absence for participation in a Bandh<\/strong> or similar movement<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>This list is <strong>illustrative and not exhaustive<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 7 (5 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Service Association Office-Bearers: No Dual Role<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Any Government servant who is an <strong>office-bearer or member of the Executive Committee of a Service Association<\/strong> should <strong>not himself deal in his official capacity<\/strong> with any representation or other matters connected with that Association.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 24\/1\/60-Estt.(B), dated 25.01.1960<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Definition of \"Strike\" (See blue box above)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Government servants who resort to any of the acts listed above violate Rule 7(ii) and <strong>disciplinary action can be taken against them<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/23\/66-Ests.(A), dated 09.12.1966<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 \"Gherao\": Grave Misconduct; Action Against Participants<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>\"Gherao\" involving <strong>forcible confinement of public servants within office premises<\/strong> constitutes criminal offences (wrongful restraint, wrongful confinement, criminal trespass, incitement to offences) and is <strong>subversive of discipline and harmful to public interest<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Action to be taken against prominent participants:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>Disciplinary action<\/strong> for contravention of <strong>Rules 3 and 7<\/strong> of CCS (Conduct) Rules. Charge-sheet should specify the criminal nature of the acts and that conduct was wholly unbecoming of a GS.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Absence due to participation in Gherao to be treated as <strong>unauthorized absence involving break in service<\/strong> \u2014 not regularized as leave of any kind.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>A <strong>written report to the Officer-in-charge of the Police Station<\/strong> having jurisdiction must be made requesting registration of the offence. Copies to Police Commissioner\/SP and Home Secretary of the State.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If Police fails to act \u2014 file a <strong>complaint before the appropriate Magistrate<\/strong>. In certain circumstances, a petition before the High Court for appropriate writ may be filed after taking legal advice.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/S.11\/67-Ests.(A), dated 13.04.1967 & 15.04.1967<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Display of Posters\/Notices on Office Walls<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Affixing posters and other notices on <strong>walls, doors etc. of Government offices and buildings<\/strong> by Government servants (individually or through unions\/associations) is not permitted \u2014 except on <strong>designated notice boards with permission of competent authority<\/strong> as per prescribed procedure for recognized associations.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Government servants who affix or display posters\/notices in violation of these instructions render themselves liable to <strong>appropriate action<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: Deptt. of Personnel OM No. 25\/17\/71-Ests.(A), dated 26.08.1971<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 Demonstrations Near Government Offices: Stay Inside<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>When political demonstrations are held in or pass through the <strong>vicinity of Government offices<\/strong>, Government employees should <strong>stay inside their offices<\/strong> and keep away from demonstrators or the crowd near the place of demonstration. Getting mixed up with demonstrators creates disciplinary complications.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule4\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 4<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Employment of Near Relatives of Government Servants in Companies or Firms<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. Use of Influence<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span>\n <span>A government servant is <strong>strictly prohibited<\/strong> from using their position or influence \u2014 <strong>directly or indirectly<\/strong> \u2014 to secure a job for any family member in any private company or firm.<\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Restrictions on Group 'A' Officers<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li>\n <span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span>\n <span><strong>Sanction Required:<\/strong> Group 'A' officers must obtain <strong>previous sanction<\/strong> from the Government before allowing a son, daughter, or dependent to accept employment in:\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfe2<\/span><span>Any firm they have <strong>official dealings<\/strong> with.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/span><span>Any firm that has <strong>official dealings with the Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span>\n <\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u26a1 Urgency Exception<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a1<\/span><span>If the job <strong>cannot wait<\/strong> for prior permission, the officer must <strong>report the matter to the Government immediately<\/strong>. Employment is then <strong>provisional<\/strong> until formal permission is granted.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Mandatory Intimation (Reporting)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span><strong>General Rule:<\/strong> Every government servant must <strong>notify the prescribed authority<\/strong> as soon as a family member accepts a job in a company or firm.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Conflict Disclosure:<\/strong> Must also state whether they currently have or had any <strong>official dealings<\/strong> with that firm.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Group 'A' Exception:<\/strong> If sanction already obtained or report sent under section 2, no additional intimation is needed.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">4. Handling Official Matters & Contracts<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udeb7<\/span><span><strong>Recusal:<\/strong> A government servant must <strong>not handle<\/strong> any official matter, contract or sanction involving a firm where a family member is employed or where he\/she has any financial interest.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd04<\/span><span><strong>Procedure:<\/strong> The matter must be <strong>referred to the official superior<\/strong> and settled as per that superior's instructions.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 4<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Employment in Firms with Government Patronage<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span><strong>Balancing Act:<\/strong> The Government does not want to prevent qualified relatives from finding work, but must ensure officers remain under <strong>no obligation<\/strong> to private firms.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span><strong>Group 'A' Rule:<\/strong> If a dependent wants to work for a firm the officer has official dealings with, prior permission must be obtained \u2014 or matter reported immediately in urgent cases, with employment treated as <strong>provisional<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Awarding Contracts & Exercising Patronage<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span><strong>Mandatory Disclosure:<\/strong> If a proposal arises to award a contract to a firm where an officer's relative is employed, the officer must <strong>declare this fact<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udeab<\/span><span><strong>Recusal:<\/strong> Officer must <strong>desist from handling the case<\/strong>. It must be handed to another officer of <strong>equivalent or superior standing<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Information Required at Appointment<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\uddc2\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Initial Filing:<\/strong> All new employees (except Group D) must declare details of close relations in the prescribed <strong>proforma<\/strong> at the time of first appointment.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcc1<\/span><span><strong>Record Keeping:<\/strong> Information to be maintained in the employee's <strong>confidential report dossier<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd04<\/span><span><strong>Annual Updates:<\/strong> Changes must be reported at the <strong>end of each year<\/strong> to the Ministry or Department.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"coming-soon\" style=\"display:none; text-align:center; padding: 80px 20px;\">\n <div style=\"font-size:52px; margin-bottom:16px;\">\ud83d\udea7<\/div>\n <h2 style=\"font-size:22px; color:#1a3a6b; margin-bottom:10px;\">Notes Coming Soon<\/h2>\n <p class=\"cs-title\" style=\"font-size:15px; color:#888; font-style:italic; margin-bottom:18px;\"><\/p>\n <p style=\"font-size:14px; color:#aaa;\">Detailed notes for this rule will be published shortly. Check back soon.<\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule5\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 5<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Taking Part in Politics and Elections<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. General Political Activity<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Membership Banned:<\/strong> A government servant <strong>cannot be a member of<\/strong>, or be associated with, any political party or organisation that takes part in politics.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udeab<\/span><span>Taking part in any <strong>political movement or activity<\/strong> is strictly prohibited.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcb8<\/span><span>Subscribing <strong>money or aid<\/strong> to political parties or movements is not permitted.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/span><span>Assisting a political movement in <strong>any other manner<\/strong> is also a violation.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Responsibility Regarding Family<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udc68\u200d\ud83d\udc69\u200d\ud83d\udc67<\/span><span><strong>Duty to Prevent:<\/strong> It is the official's duty to prevent family members from participating in, aiding or assisting any movement <strong>subversive<\/strong> of the Government as established by law.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span><strong>Reporting Requirement:<\/strong> If unable to prevent a family member from being involved in subversive activities, a <strong>formal report<\/strong> must be submitted to the Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Final Authority<\/div>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u26a0\ufe0f Important Provision<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>If any doubt or dispute arises about whether an organisation is <strong>\"political\"<\/strong> or an activity is <strong>\"subversive\"<\/strong>, the <strong>decision of the Central Government is final and binding<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">4. Conduct During Elections<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Core Restriction:<\/strong> Officials must <strong>not canvass<\/strong>, interfere with, or use their influence in any election for a legislature or local authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\uddf3\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Right to Vote:<\/strong> Officials <em>can<\/em> exercise their right to vote if qualified \u2014 but must <strong>not indicate<\/strong> how they propose to vote or have voted.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Official Election Duty:<\/strong> Assisting in the conduct of an election as a legally assigned duty (e.g., Polling Officer, Returning Officer) is <strong>not a violation<\/strong>. <span class=\"tag-green\">\u2713 Permitted<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px;\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>EXPLANATION:<\/strong> Displaying an <strong>electoral symbol<\/strong> on one's person, vehicle or residence is deemed <strong>\"using influence\"<\/strong> and constitutes a <strong>violation of Rule 5<\/strong>.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 5<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule8\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 8<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Connection with Press or Other Media<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (1):<\/strong> No Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>, own wholly or in part, or conduct or participate in the <strong>editing or management of<\/strong>, any newspaper or other periodical publication or <strong>electronic media<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Sub-rule (2) \u2014 Exception: Official Duty<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Sub-rule (1) shall <strong>not apply<\/strong> in case a Government servant in the <strong>bonafide discharge of his official duties<\/strong> publishes a book or participates in a public media.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u26a0\ufe0f Sub-rule (3) \u2014 Disclaimer Mandatory<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>A Government servant publishing a book or participating in a public media shall at all times make it clear that the <strong>views expressed by him are his own and not that of Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 8 (1 Decision)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 AIR Broadcasts: Permission Not Necessary; Honorarium Automatically Permitted<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Government servants are <strong>not required to obtain any sanction<\/strong> to broadcast on All India Radio if such broadcasts are of a <strong>purely literary, artistic or scientific character<\/strong>. The onus of ensuring that the broadcasts are of such a character rests on the Government servant concerned.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Where no sanction is required for such broadcasts, <strong>no permission is necessary to receive the honorarium<\/strong> under FR 46(b).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>In cases where sanction to broadcast <em>is<\/em> necessary, such sanction \u2014 if given \u2014 shall be <strong>taken to carry with it also the sanction to receive the honorarium<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/32\/56-Ests.(A), dated 15.01.1957<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule9\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 9<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Criticism of Government<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, in any <strong>radio broadcast, telecast through any electronic media<\/strong> or in any document published in his own name or <strong>anonymously, pseudonymously or in the name of any other person<\/strong> or in any <strong>communication to the press<\/strong> or in any <strong>public utterance<\/strong>, make any statement of fact or opinion which:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(i)<\/strong> Has the effect of an <strong>adverse criticism of any current or recent policy or action<\/strong> of the Central Government or a State Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(ii)<\/strong> Is capable of <strong>embarrassing the relations between the Central Government and any State Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(iii)<\/strong> Is capable of <strong>embarrassing the relations between the Central Government and any foreign State<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Proviso to Clause (i) \u2014 Trade Union Office-Bearers<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>In the case of Government servants included in specified categories under the second proviso to Rule 1(3), clause (i) shall <strong>not apply<\/strong> to <strong>bonafide expression of views as an office-bearer of a trade union or association of Government servants<\/strong> for the purpose of safeguarding or improving their conditions of service.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 General Proviso \u2014 Official Capacity<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Nothing in this rule shall apply to any statements made or views expressed by a Government servant <strong>in his official capacity or in the due performance of the duties assigned to him<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 9 (4 Decisions + 4A)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 GS Visiting Foreign Countries: No Views on Indian or Foreign Affairs<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants visiting foreign countries shall <strong>refrain from giving expression to views on Indian or foreign affairs<\/strong> \u2014 in particular, from making any written or oral statements \u2014 without <strong>specific prior approval of the Head of the Indian Mission<\/strong> in the country visited.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/71\/51-Ests., dated 17.10.1951<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Estimates Committee Recommendation: Officers Must Have Freedom to Express Differing Views Internally<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>The Estimates Committee endorsed the view that Government officers must be given <strong>full freedom to express their differing views internally<\/strong> before a decision is taken. It is entirely for the Minister to accept or not accept the officer's view. Suppressing an officer's ability to express differing views damages morale and administration.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>The Committee also urged Government to <strong>shield officers against unjustified attacks<\/strong> for actions done in good faith.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 14\/9\/66-Ests.(A)-II, dated 03.08.1966<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Evidence Before Administrative Reforms Commission<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Government servants are <strong>free to give frank expression to their personal views<\/strong> before the Administrative Reforms Commission under Rule 10(3) \u2014 <strong>no prior permission of Government or Head of Department is required<\/strong> for this purpose.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>However, the evidence tendered <strong>should not be given publicity<\/strong> as that would amount to public criticism of Government (Rule 9) or unauthorized communication of information (Rule 11).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/8\/66-Ests.(A), dated 27.07.1966<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 4, 4A \u2014 Service Associations Passing Resolutions Criticising Government: Disciplinary Action<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Service associations (including Federations\/Unions) passing resolutions, making statements or expressing opinions that <strong>violate Rule 9<\/strong> render the individual signatories\/parties (serving Government employees) liable to <strong>disciplinary action<\/strong>. Cadre controlling authorities should view such misconduct seriously.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>This applies to office-bearers of associations, editors\/publishers of journals issued by such associations, and individuals who in their personal capacity or as part of such bodies violate Rule 9.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule10\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 10<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Evidence Before Committee or Any Other Authority<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (1):<\/strong> Save as provided in sub-rule (3), no Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>, give evidence in connection with any enquiry conducted by any person, committee or authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (2):<\/strong> Where sanction has been accorded under sub-rule (1), no Government servant giving such evidence shall <strong>criticise the policy or any action of the Central Government or of a State Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Sub-rule (3) \u2014 Exceptions: No Prior Sanction Required for<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> Evidence given at an enquiry before an authority <strong>appointed by the Government, Parliament or a State Legislature<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> Evidence given in any <strong>judicial enquiry<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(c)<\/strong> Evidence given at any <strong>departmental enquiry ordered by authorities subordinate to the Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u2696\ufe0f Key Distinction<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Prior sanction needed:<\/strong> Evidence before committees\/authorities <em>not<\/em> appointed by Government, Parliament or State Legislature \u2014 and not a judicial or departmental enquiry.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>No prior sanction needed:<\/strong> Parliamentary\/State Legislature committees, judicial enquiries, departmental enquiries by subordinate authorities. But even if no sanction needed, criticism of Government policy is still prohibited under sub-rule (2).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 10 (1 Decision)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Evidence Before the Fourth Central Pay Commission<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Secretaries:<\/strong> May, if they desire, give personal views in light of their own knowledge and experience \u2014 <strong>without prior Government permission<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Other Secretariat officers<\/strong> (Additional\/Joint\/Deputy\/Under Secretaries) and <strong>Heads of Departments<\/strong>: May be permitted by Government to give evidence orally or in writing on matters in their respective spheres. Must obtain <strong>prior permission of Government<\/strong> before appearing.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Service association representatives:<\/strong> May appear before the Pay Commission on behalf of their service associations <strong>without prior Government permission<\/strong>, if so authorised by the association.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Individual Government servants:<\/strong> May submit Memoranda etc. to the Pay Commission in their individual capacity \u2014 provided <strong>individual grievances are not put to the Commission<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DP&AR OM No. 11013\/16\/83-Estt.(A), dated 16.11.1983<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule11\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 11<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Unauthorised Communication of Information<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except <strong>in accordance with any general or special order of the Government<\/strong> or in the <strong>performance in good faith of the duties assigned to him<\/strong>, communicate, directly or indirectly, any <strong>official document or any part thereof or information<\/strong> to any Government servant or any other person to whom he is <strong>not authorised<\/strong> to communicate such document or information.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> Quotation by a Government servant (in his representation to Head of Office\/Department\/President) of or from any <strong>letter, circular, office memorandum or notes on any file<\/strong> to which he is <strong>not authorised to have access<\/strong>, or which he is <strong>not authorised to keep in his personal custody<\/strong>, shall amount to unauthorised communication of information within the meaning of this rule.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 11 (4 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Confidential Report: Identity of Recording Officer Not to be Disclosed<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>While communicating adverse remarks in the ACR to a Government servant, the <strong>identity of the superior officer who recorded the remarks should not normally be disclosed<\/strong>. The GS should focus on the defects\/shortcomings found \u2014 not on who recorded them. Disclosure may lead to unpleasantness and personal animosity.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>If in a particular case it is considered necessary, the authority dealing with the representation may <strong>at his discretion<\/strong> allow the identity to be communicated.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 51\/2\/64-Ests.(A), dated 30.03.1964<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Press Leakage: Only Authorised Officers to Meet the Press<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>All Government servants have a duty to <strong>safeguard the security of all classified information and papers<\/strong> to which they have access in the course of their official duties.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Only <strong>Ministers, Secretaries and other officers specially authorised by the Minister<\/strong> are permitted to meet representatives of the Press and give information. Any other officer approached by the press shall <strong>direct him to the Press Information Bureau<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>Any officer (other than Secretaries) specially authorised by the Minister who meets the press must <strong>immediately submit a gist of the subject discussed to the Secretary<\/strong> of the Ministry\/Department.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 29\/9\/67-Ests.(A), dated 04.07.1967<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Quoting Secret Circulars\/File Notes in Representations: Contravenes Rule 11 & Official Secrets Act<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants and former Government servants have been found quoting or copying <strong>Government circulars marked \"secret\", notes from files<\/strong> etc. in their representations\/appeals \u2014 when they were ordinarily not expected to have seen or retained such documents.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>This constitutes contravention of <strong>Rule 11 of the CCS (Conduct) Rules<\/strong> as well as <strong>Section 5 of the Official Secrets Act, 1923<\/strong> \u2014 rendering the person liable to <strong>prosecution<\/strong>. The matter can also be dealt with <strong>departmentally<\/strong> under the relevant Discipline Rules.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Unauthorised Contact with Press \/ Pseudonymous Writings: Serious Misconduct<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants have been found <strong>unauthorisedly communicating with the Press<\/strong> \u2014 in their own name or in <strong>pseudonymous names<\/strong> \u2014 criticising the functioning of their own Ministry or expressing views <strong>in direct opposition to the Minister's public statements<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Violation of the provisions of Rule 11 and the Manual of Office Procedure (paras 110 and 113) amounts to <strong>serious misconduct<\/strong>. Cadre controlling authorities are advised to <strong>view such misconduct seriously<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/16\/98-Estt.(A), dated 10.12.1998<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule12\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 12<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Subscriptions<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government or of the prescribed authority<\/strong>, ask for or accept contributions to, or otherwise associate himself with the <strong>raising of any funds or other collections in cash or in kind<\/strong> in pursuance of any object whatsoever.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u2139\ufe0f Scope of the Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>The rule covers <strong>all types of fund-raising<\/strong> \u2014 charitable, social, institutional, political \u2014 in any manner (direct or indirect). Mere <strong>payment of a personal subscription<\/strong> to a charitable\/benevolent fund is permissible (it does not amount to \"participation in the raising\" of a fund).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 12 (6 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 General Bar on Sponsoring Public Funds: Prior Permission Essential<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants should <strong>not sponsor the raising of funds from the public<\/strong> for any purpose whatsoever without <strong>previous permission<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Mere payment of a personal subscription to a charitable or benevolent fund is <strong>permissible<\/strong> \u2014 it does not amount to \"participation in raising\" such fund (except if Rule 5 applies \u2014 taking part in politics).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/4\/48-Ests., dated 28.02.1948<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Service Associations: When Members May Collect Funds (General Permission)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Members of a union may <strong>freely collect subscriptions among themselves<\/strong> for welfare activities of the union \u2014 so long as the <strong>appeal is confined to members<\/strong>, no prior permission is needed.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>If any approach to the <strong>public<\/strong> is made (directly or indirectly), prior permission is necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Where a matter affecting the <strong>general interest of members<\/strong> of a union is in dispute and union rules permit spending funds on it, members may collect funds from amongst themselves for that special purpose.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Where action is taken against a person <strong>in his personal capacity<\/strong> or on grounds particular to him \u2014 no funds should be collected even from amongst members for his defence.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 24\/10\/55-Ests.(B), dated 10.08.1955<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Flag Day Collections: Exempted (Voluntary Basis)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Government servants may participate in <strong>Flag Day Collections<\/strong> for the benefit of ex-servicemen on a <strong>voluntary basis<\/strong>. Government of India has relaxed the provisions of Rule 12 for this specific purpose.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA Memo No. 25\/33\/55-Ests., dated 31.10.1955<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 National Defence Fund: Sanction Granted<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Sanction accorded to officers at the level of <strong>Sub-Divisional Officers and Heads of Departments<\/strong> to associate themselves with raising the <strong>National Defence Fund<\/strong>. Heads of Department and District Magistrates are empowered to accord similar sanction to such other officers under them as they consider suitable.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. F.25\/64\/62-Ests.(A), dated 01.11.1962<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund: Association Not Permissible<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants should <strong>not be allowed to associate themselves with the collection<\/strong> of subscriptions for the Jawaharlal Nehru Memorial Fund.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>They are free to make their own <strong>personal contributions<\/strong> to the Fund.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/33\/64-Ests.(A), dated 31.10.1964<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 6 \u2014 National Foundation for Communal Harmony: Participation Permitted (Voluntary)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Government servants may participate in the <strong>fund-raising efforts of the National Foundation for Communal Harmony<\/strong> (including its \"Fund Raising Week\" and \"Flag Day\") on a <strong>voluntary basis<\/strong>. Government of India has relaxed the provisions of Rule 12 for this purpose, keeping in view the Foundation's objectives of promoting communal harmony and rehabilitating children orphaned in communal violence.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/9\/95-Estt.(A), dated 02.11.1995<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule13\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 13<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Gifts<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. General Bar on Accepting Gifts \u2014 Sub-rule (1)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Save as provided in these rules, no Government servant shall accept, or permit any <strong>member of his family or any other person acting on his behalf<\/strong> to accept, any gift.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation \u2014 \"Gift\" Includes<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Free transport, boarding, lodging or other service<\/strong> or any other pecuniary advantage \u2014 when provided by any person <strong>other than a near relative or personal friend having no official dealings<\/strong> with the Government servant.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Note (1):<\/strong> A <strong>casual meal, lift or other social hospitality<\/strong> shall not be deemed to be a gift.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Note (2):<\/strong> A Government servant shall avoid accepting <strong>lavish hospitality or frequent hospitality<\/strong> from any individual, industrial or commercial firms, organisations etc. having official dealings with him.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Gifts from Near Relatives \/ Personal Friends \u2014 Sub-rule (2)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>On occasions such as <strong>weddings, anniversaries, funerals or religious functions<\/strong> \u2014 when making of a gift is in conformity with prevailing religious and social practice \u2014 a Government servant may accept gifts from his <strong>near relatives<\/strong> or from his <strong>personal friends having no official dealings<\/strong> with him.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>A <strong>report to the Government<\/strong> is required if the value of such gift exceeds:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr 1fr;gap:8px;margin-top:9px;\">\n <div style=\"background:#f7f8fc;border:1px solid #c8d0e8;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;text-align:center;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#1e4d35;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group A<\/strong>\n <strong style=\"font-size:17px;\">\u20b925,000<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background:#f7f8fc;border:1px solid #c8d0e8;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;text-align:center;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#1e4d35;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group B<\/strong>\n <strong style=\"font-size:17px;\">\u20b915,000<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background:#f7f8fc;border:1px solid #c8d0e8;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;text-align:center;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#1e4d35;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group C<\/strong>\n <strong style=\"font-size:17px;\">\u20b97,500<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-green\" style=\"margin-top:10px;\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\ud83d\udcc5 2014 Amendment<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Sub-rule (2) limits substituted vide CCS (Conduct) Amendment Rules, 2014 \u2014 DOPT Notification dated 4th March, 2014 (F.No. 11013\/3\/2013-Estt.(A)).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Gifts in Any Other Case \u2014 Sub-rule (3)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>In any other case, a Government servant shall not accept any gift without the <strong>sanction of the Government<\/strong> if the value thereof exceeds:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:8px;margin-top:9px;\">\n <div style=\"background:#fff5f5;border:1px solid #f5c6c6;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;text-align:center;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#a00;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group A & B<\/strong>\n <strong style=\"font-size:17px;\">\u20b91,500<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background:#fff5f5;border:1px solid #f5c6c6;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;text-align:center;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#a00;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group C & D<\/strong>\n <strong style=\"font-size:17px;\">\u20b9500<\/strong>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">4. Gifts from Foreign Dignitaries \u2014 Sub-rule (4)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Notwithstanding sub-rules (2) and (3), a Government servant (as member of Indian delegation or otherwise) may receive and retain gifts from <strong>foreign dignitaries<\/strong> if the <strong>market value does not exceed \u20b91,000 on one occasion<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>In all other cases, acceptance and retention of such gifts shall be regulated by the <strong>instructions issued by the Government from time to time<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">5. Gifts from Foreign Firms \u2014 Sub-rule (5)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>A Government servant shall <strong>not accept any gift<\/strong> from any foreign firm which is either <strong>contracting with the Government of India<\/strong> or is one with which the GS <strong>had, has or is likely to have official dealings<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Acceptance from any other foreign firm shall be subject to the provisions of <strong>sub-rule (3)<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Rule 13-A \u2014 Dowry<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall <strong>(i)<\/strong> give or take or abet the giving or taking of dowry; or <strong>(ii)<\/strong> demand, directly or indirectly, from the parent or guardian of a bride or bridegroom, any dowry.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> \"Dowry\" has the same meaning as in the <strong>Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961 (28 of 1961)<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Quick Reference: Gift Limits at a Glance<\/div>\n <div style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin-top:8px;\">\n <table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.7;\">\n <thead>\n <tr style=\"background:#1e4d35;color:#fff;\">\n <th style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;\">Situation<\/th>\n <th style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;\">Group A<\/th>\n <th style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;\">Group B<\/th>\n <th style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;\">Group C<\/th>\n <th style=\"padding:8px 12px;text-align:left;\">Group D<\/th>\n <\/tr>\n <\/thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr style=\"background:#f9f9f7;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0d8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"><strong>Near relative \/ personal friend<\/strong> (wedding, anniversary etc.) \u2014 Report required if exceeds<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#1a6b5a;font-weight:700;\">\u20b925,000<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#1a6b5a;font-weight:700;\">\u20b915,000<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#1a6b5a;font-weight:700;\">\u20b97,500<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#1a6b5a;font-weight:700;\">\u20b97,500<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"background:#fff;border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0d8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"><strong>Any other case<\/strong> \u2014 Sanction required if exceeds<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#a00;font-weight:700;\">\u20b91,500<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#a00;font-weight:700;\">\u20b91,500<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#a00;font-weight:700;\">\u20b9500<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#a00;font-weight:700;\">\u20b9500<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"background:#f9f9f7;\">\n <td style=\"padding:8px 12px;\"><strong>Foreign dignitary gift<\/strong> \u2014 May retain (on one occasion) up to<\/td>\n <td colspan=\"4\" style=\"padding:8px 12px;color:#1a3a6b;font-weight:700;text-align:center;\">\u20b91,000 (all groups)<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 13 (12 Decisions + sub-decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 (incl. 1A\u20131D) \u2014 Comprehensive Instructions for Foreign Dignitary Gifts<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Symbolic\/Ceremonial gifts<\/strong> (e.g., ceremonial sword, ceremonial robe) \u2014 may be <strong>retained by recipients<\/strong> regardless of value.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Non-symbolic gifts:<\/strong> May be retained if value does not exceed <strong>\u20b91,000<\/strong>. In marginal\/doubtful cases, the gift must be reported to the Ministry\/Department with estimated value; the Ministry refers the case to the <strong>Toshakhana for valuation<\/strong>. If value is within \u20b91,000 \u2014 returned to recipient. If value exceeds \u20b91,000 \u2014 retained in Toshakhana; <strong>recipient may purchase by paying the difference<\/strong> (assessed value minus \u20b91,000).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Cash gifts:<\/strong> No cash gift should be accepted by any GS visiting a country abroad as a guest of that country \u2014 even if the host country pays transport and hotel bills.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Arms and Ammunition in prohibited category<\/strong> (Schedule I, Category I of the Arms Rules, 1962) shall <strong>not be accepted<\/strong> as presents. The GS may politely decline, explaining import restrictions.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Toshakhana articles disposal:<\/strong> Articles not purchased by recipients may be: used in Rashtrapati Bhawan, PM's residence, museums, Indian embassies abroad, or Government departments; sold at auction (neutral agency, not MEA); used as counter-presents. Reserve price for first auction = appraised value + customs duty.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Head of Mission (on termination of assignment):<\/strong> May retain souvenir presents given by the Diplomatic Corps (e.g., silver salver bearing colleagues' signatures) even if value exceeds \u20b91,000.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Gifts abroad \u2014 no Toshakhana remittance required:<\/strong> If not purchased by recipient, gift can be kept in the Head of Mission's residence as an exhibit\/object of art. Ministry of External Affairs should be informed.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 2, 2A \u2014 Gifts on Retirement\/Transfer: Limits<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>A <strong>farewell entertainment of substantially private and informal character<\/strong> may be held, and gifts of <strong>trifling value<\/strong> (as defined under the Rules) may be accepted.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>At the time of <strong>transfer<\/strong>: No GS should be given permission to accept gifts of <strong>more than trifling value<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>At the time of <strong>retirement<\/strong>: Gifts from staff members may be accepted, subject to <strong>prior permission of Government<\/strong> wherever such permission is necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 3, 6, 9 \u2014 Hospitality from Business Firms \/ Foreign Firms: Prohibited<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Private hospitality:<\/strong> Officers should avoid familiarity arising out of private hospitality. When in doubt, an officer should <strong>abstain from an invitation<\/strong>. Officers should <strong>not accept invitations from persons who have cases pending before them<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>If a Minister accepts an invitation, it is <strong>not incumbent<\/strong> on the official to accept it.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Passage and hospitality from foreign contracting firms:<\/strong> Officers should neither accept, nor be permitted to accept, offers of <strong>cost of passage to foreign countries<\/strong> and hospitality by way of free board and lodging offered by foreign firms contracting with Government (directly or through agents). The only exception is <strong>training abroad offered as part of aid programmes or contracts<\/strong> with Government of India or a Public Sector Undertaking.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Contacts with business firms:<\/strong> Government servants must exercise <strong>adequate care and discretion<\/strong> when maintaining contacts with outsiders (even when necessary for public interest). Neither the Government nor the GS personally should become obliged or committed to such contacts.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Free Inaugural Flights: Prior Permission Required<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Invitations for free inaugural flights from Air India, Indian Airlines or foreign airlines amount to a <strong>\"gift\"<\/strong> under the Explanation to Rule 13(1). Administrative Ministries must consider carefully before granting permission \u2014 ensuring the GS's impartial judgment is not (or does not appear to be) affected. The <strong>Ministry of Civil Aviation must be consulted<\/strong> in all cases.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 10, 10A, 10B \u2014 Free Companion Tickets & Frequent Flier Programmes<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Government servants may accept <strong>Free Companion Tickets<\/strong> or variations thereof (including Flying Returns \/ Frequent Flier benefits) \u2014 but restricted to <strong>National Carriers only (Air India and Indian Airlines)<\/strong> for the Companion Free Scheme.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>There is <strong>no objection<\/strong> to Government servants availing of the benefit of <strong>Frequent Flier Programmes or Flying Return Programmes of other airlines<\/strong> (including foreign airlines) as well.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 8 \u2014 Membership of Foreign Book Clubs Requires Prior Permission<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>A Government servant must obtain <strong>prior permission of the Government<\/strong> before becoming a member of a book club run by a foreign agency. If membership entitles the GS to receive books as gifts, the question of acceptance is governed by <strong>Rule 13<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule14\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 14<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Public Demonstrations in Honour of Government Servants<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>, receive any <strong>complimentary or valedictory address<\/strong> or accept any <strong>testimonial<\/strong> or attend any <strong>meeting or entertainment<\/strong> held in his honour or in the honour of any other Government servant.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Exceptions \u2014 Proviso<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(i) Farewell entertainment:<\/strong> A farewell entertainment of a <strong>substantially private and informal character<\/strong> held in honour of a GS on the occasion of his <strong>retirement or transfer<\/strong> (or of any person who has recently quitted Government service) is permitted \u2014 <strong>no prior sanction needed<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(ii) Simple and inexpensive entertainments<\/strong> arranged by public bodies or institutions \u2014 permitted without prior sanction.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Note:<\/strong> Exercise of <strong>pressure or influence<\/strong> of any sort on any Government servant to induce him to subscribe towards any farewell entertainment (even if substantially private or informal) is <strong>forbidden<\/strong>. Collection of subscriptions from <strong>Group C or Group D employees<\/strong> under any circumstances for the entertainment of any Government servant <strong>not belonging to Group C or Group D<\/strong> is also forbidden.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 14 (3 Decisions + 3A)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Naming Buildings\/Roads\/Institutions After GS; Laying Foundation Stones: Against Spirit of Rule 14<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>It is <strong>against the spirit of Rule 14<\/strong> for Government servants to \u2014 accept invitations to declare buildings open, lay foundation stones of new buildings, or allow <strong>roads, bridges, buildings, parks or public institutions<\/strong> (hospitals, schools, colleges) to be <strong>named after them<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Such acts are <strong>inappropriate and inconsistent<\/strong> with the role of detached impartiality legitimately expected of Government servants and would have an unwholesome effect.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>On occasions that have <strong>cultural and sociological significance<\/strong> \u2014 especially in remote areas \u2014 participation may be unavoidable. Government servants should, <strong>as far as possible, refrain<\/strong>. When in doubt, take <strong>prior permission of superior officers<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/24\/57-Ests.(A), dated 16.09.1957<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Gifts on Transfer\/Retirement<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>See Government of India Decision No. 2 under Rule 13 for detailed instructions on acceptance of gifts by Government servants on the occasion of transfer or retirement.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3, 3A \u2014 Acceptance of Awards from Private Organisations<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>There is no specific rule on awards from private organisations, but the <strong>general policy is that awards from private bodies do not need to be encouraged<\/strong>. If a GS has done outstanding work, <strong>Government itself<\/strong> has various methods to recognize his merits.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Acceptance of awards was not objected to in some isolated cases where the body giving the award was <strong>highly respected<\/strong> and the award <strong>did not include any monetary component<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Decision 3A \u2014 Categorical prohibition:<\/strong> Government servants should <strong>not be allowed to accept awards of monetary benefits<\/strong> instituted by private trusts\/foundations etc.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Main criterion<\/strong> for granting permission: The award should <strong>not have a monetary component<\/strong>. The competent authority must decide <strong>on a case-to-case basis<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/2\/99-Estt.(A), dated 24.02.1999<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule15\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 15<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Private Trade or Employment<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. Activities Requiring Previous Sanction of Government<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udcbc<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> Engage directly or indirectly in any <strong>trade or business<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> Negotiate for, or undertake, any other <strong>employment<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\uddf3\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>(c)<\/strong> Hold an <strong>elective office<\/strong>, or canvass for a candidate for an elective office, in any body whether incorporated or not.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span><strong>(d)<\/strong> Canvass in support of any business of <strong>insurance agency, commission agency, etc.<\/strong> owned or managed by any member of his family.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfe6<\/span><span><strong>(e)<\/strong> Take part \u2014 except in discharge of official duties \u2014 in the registration, promotion or management of any <strong>bank or other company<\/strong> registered under the Companies Act, 1956 or any other law, or of any <strong>co-operative society for commercial purposes<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udcfa<\/span><span><strong>(f)<\/strong> Participate or associate in the making of:\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:6px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(i)<\/strong> A sponsored media (radio or television) programme;<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(ii)<\/strong> A media programme commissioned by Government media but <strong>produced by a private agency<\/strong>;<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(iii)<\/strong> A privately produced media programme including video magazine.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Proviso to (f)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>No previous permission is necessary where the GS participates in a programme <strong>produced or commissioned by Government media in his official capacity<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Activities That Do NOT Require Previous Sanction<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>A Government servant may, <strong>without previous sanction<\/strong> of the Government:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px;margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83e\udd32<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> Undertake <strong>honorary work of a social or charitable nature<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u270d\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> Undertake <strong>occasional work of a literary, artistic or scientific character<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfc5<\/span><span><strong>(c)<\/strong> Participate in <strong>sports activities as an amateur<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udcda<\/span><span><strong>(d)<\/strong> Take part in the registration, promotion or management (<strong>not involving holding of an elective office<\/strong>) of a <strong>literary, scientific or charitable society or club\/similar organisation<\/strong> promoting sports, cultural or recreational activities \u2014 registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 or any other law.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83e\udd1d<\/span><span><strong>(e)<\/strong> Take part in the registration, promotion or management (<strong>not involving holding of elective office<\/strong>) of a <strong>co-operative society substantially for the benefit of Government servants<\/strong> \u2014 registered under the Co-operative Societies Act, 1912 or any other law.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u26a0\ufe0f Provisos Applicable to Sub-rule (2)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Proviso (i):<\/strong> The GS shall <strong>discontinue<\/strong> taking part in such activities if so <strong>directed by the Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span><strong>Proviso (ii) \u2014 for (d) and (e):<\/strong> His official duties shall not suffer, and he shall, within <strong>one month<\/strong> of taking part in such activity, <strong>report to the Government<\/strong> giving details of the nature of his participation.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Reporting Family Business (Sub-rule 3) & Fees (Sub-rule 4)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (3):<\/strong> Every Government servant shall <strong>report to the Government<\/strong> if any member of his family is engaged in a <strong>trade or business<\/strong> or owns or manages an <strong>insurance agency or commission agency<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (4):<\/strong> No Government servant may accept any <strong>fee<\/strong> for any work done by him for any private or public body or any private person \u2014 without the <strong>sanction of the prescribed authority<\/strong>. (The term 'fee' has the meaning assigned to it in Fundamental Rule 9(6-A).)<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Rule 15-A \u2014 Sub-letting and Vacation of Government Accommodation<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (1):<\/strong> No Government servant shall <strong>sub-let, lease or otherwise allow occupation<\/strong> by any other person of the Government accommodation which has been allotted to him.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (2):<\/strong> A Government servant shall, after <strong>cancellation of his allotment<\/strong>, vacate the Government accommodation within the <strong>time-limit prescribed<\/strong> by the allotting authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Supreme Court (SC in SS Tiwari vs. UOI, 29.11.1996):<\/strong> Sub-letting of Government accommodation is a <strong>grave misconduct<\/strong>. The disciplinary authority <strong>shall<\/strong> initiate disciplinary proceedings under Rule 14 CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965 as soon as the Directorate of Estates cancels the allotment on grounds of sub-letting. The findings of the Directorate of Estates shall be <strong>binding<\/strong> on the disciplinary authority. The competent authority may also consider placing the delinquent GS under <strong>suspension<\/strong>.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 15 (18 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 1, 1A \u2014 Joining Educational Institutions Outside Office Hours<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Ordinarily, no objection to pursuit of knowledge in leisure hours \u2014 subject to the condition that it does <strong>not detract from efficiency<\/strong>. Administrative authorities may require <strong>prior permission<\/strong> before joining educational institutions or University degree courses. Permission is ordinarily to be granted but may be <strong>withdrawn at any moment without assigning reasons<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Government servants belonging to <strong>Scheduled Castes\/Scheduled Tribes<\/strong> may be allowed to take full advantage of educational facilities subject to the above policy.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u23f1\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Tenure Officers:<\/strong> The <strong>period of tenure<\/strong> must be taken into account when granting permission for educational courses. If completion of the course would require extension of tenure, <strong>this Department (DOPT) must be consulted<\/strong> before permission is granted.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 5, 6 \u2014 Part-time Employment: Regular Occupation Requires Prior Sanction<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Part-time Lectureship<\/strong> amounts to a <strong>regular remunerative occupation<\/strong> \u2014 it attracts Rule 15 (formerly Rule 12) and requires the <strong>sanction of Government<\/strong>, not merely SR 11 powers. SR 11 powers are only for <strong>casual or occasional work<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>A whole-time Government servant should <strong>not ordinarily be allowed any part-time employment<\/strong> \u2014 whether under Government or elsewhere \u2014 even if such employment is after office hours. It may impair efficiency and deprive unemployed persons of employment. In <strong>rare cases<\/strong> where permission is proposed, <strong>prior sanction of Government<\/strong> must be obtained.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 10 \u2014 Commercial Employment Negotiations While in Service<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant should <strong>negotiate for commercial employment<\/strong> without obtaining the <strong>prior permission of the Head of Department<\/strong> (or the Ministry\/Department for Group A officers).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Such permission should <strong>not be given unless there are special reasons<\/strong> for doing so. (A GS is under an obligation to devote his energies whole-heartedly to official duties and must not use his official position to further his interest in securing commercial employment.)<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 7, 13 \u2014 Life Insurance \/ Advertising Agency Business by Family: Canvassing Prohibited<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Canvassing by a GS in support of <strong>insurance agency, commission agency<\/strong> etc. owned or managed by his wife or any other member of his family is a <strong>breach of Rule 15(1)(d)<\/strong> \u2014 even if the business is in the family member's name.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>The same prohibition applies to canvassing for the business of an <strong>advertising agency<\/strong> owned or managed by a family member. No canvassing for such business without prior sanction of Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 2, 8, 11 \u2014 Shramdan, Civil Defence & St. John Ambulance: Permitted<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Shramdan:<\/strong> Participation in Shramdan activities organised by <strong>Government departments or the Bharat Sewak Samaj<\/strong> in spare time is not only unobjectionable but desirable \u2014 subject to official duties not being interfered with. This does <strong>not apply to activities organised by private organisations<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Civil Defence Service:<\/strong> Government servants may be permitted to join as volunteers. If emergency duties are required during office hours, absence shall be treated as <strong>special casual leave<\/strong>. They may receive Civil Defence allowances in addition to civil pay. Key-post holders who cannot be released during an emergency may be excepted.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>St. John Ambulance Brigade:<\/strong> GS may be permitted to enroll as members. Absence during training during office hours \u2014 as <strong>casual leave<\/strong> (to the extent due) and <strong>special casual leave<\/strong> (to the extent casual leave is not due). For special Brigade duties (e.g., first-aid at fairs) \u2014 up to <strong>3 days' special casual leave per annum<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 3, 4 \u2014 AIR Broadcasts & Examinerships<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>AIR Broadcasts:<\/strong> Broadcasts of a <strong>purely literary, artistic or scientific character<\/strong> do not require prior sanction. The onus to ensure the character of the broadcast rests on the GS. Where no sanction is required for the broadcast, <strong>no permission is required to receive the honorarium<\/strong> either. Where sanction to broadcast is given, it automatically carries sanction to receive the honorarium.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Examinership:<\/strong> Offers of examinership (evaluation of answer books for recognized Universities) are generally of a <strong>casual nature occurring once or twice a year<\/strong> \u2014 no serious objection to granting permission in such cases.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 9 \u2014 Medical Practice During Spare Time<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Permission to undertake medical practice should be granted <strong>only to those holding recognised qualifications<\/strong> in any system of medicine and <strong>registered under the relevant law<\/strong> in the State\/UT concerned.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Head of Department may grant permission provided the practice is: (a) during <strong>spare time<\/strong>; (b) on a <strong>purely charitable basis<\/strong>; (c) <strong>without detriment to official duties<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 14 \u2014 Participation in Private Company Events: When Permitted<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Category (i) \u2014 Primarily to promote business\/products:<\/strong> GS must not participate without <strong>prior sanction of Government<\/strong>. Participation without prior sanction = violation of Rule 15. (Primary objective is promotion of company's business \u2014 competitive spirit among participants is not relevant.)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Category (ii) \u2014 Genuine sports\/games competitions sponsored by companies:<\/strong> The competition itself is in the forefront, not the sponsors \u2014 <strong>no previous sanction required<\/strong> for such participation.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 15, 18 \u2014 Elective Office in Co-operative Societies & Other Bodies<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Rule 15(1)(c):<\/strong> Holding an elective office in any body (incorporated or not) requires <strong>previous sanction of Government<\/strong>. There is no absolute bar \u2014 sanction can be granted. Administrative authority must satisfy itself that holding the office will <strong>not interfere with official duties<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Rule 15(2)(d) & (e):<\/strong> Registration, promotion or management \u2014 <strong>not involving holding of elective office<\/strong> \u2014 of a literary\/scientific\/charitable society, club (sports\/cultural\/recreational), or a GS co-operative society, does <strong>not require prior sanction<\/strong>, but requires report within one month and must not affect official duties.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Requests for permission must also be examined in light of the <strong>relevant Act and bye-laws<\/strong> governing the society \u2014 including restrictions on tenure and number of terms.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 16 \u2014 Elective Office in Sports Federations\/Associations: Stricter Norms<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No GS should be allowed to hold elective office in any sports association\/federation for a term of <strong>more than 4 years, or one term \u2014 whichever is less<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>While seeking or supporting candidature for election to sports bodies, a GS must <strong>not indulge in conduct unbecoming<\/strong> of a Government servant.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>A GS must <strong>refrain from raising funds or collections<\/strong> from official or non-official sources for the promotion of sports at any level.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Foreign travel<\/strong> in connection with any sports federation\/association: <strong>Prior clearance from Government of India<\/strong> required. The source of funding (travel, hospitality, other expenses) must be stated. When permitted, the GS must avail of <strong>leave due and admissible<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 12, 17 \u2014 Sub-letting: Grave Misconduct; Disciplinary Action Mandatory<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Where a GS is found guilty of <strong>letting out Government residential accommodation<\/strong>, the Directorate of Estates will intimate the administrative authority of the details and action taken under the Allotment Rules. The <strong>disciplinary authority shall take suitable departmental action<\/strong> on grounds of unbecoming conduct under Rule 3(1)(iii) of CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Supreme Court Direction (1997):<\/strong> As soon as allotment is cancelled by the Directorate of Estates on the ground of sub-letting, the disciplinary authority <strong>shall initiate disciplinary proceedings<\/strong> under Rule 14 of the CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965. The findings of the Directorate of Estates shall be <strong>binding<\/strong> on the disciplinary authority for this purpose. The competent authority may consider placing the delinquent GS under <strong>suspension<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Charge sheets should be issued immediately in cases where persons are likely to <strong>retire shortly<\/strong> or cases that may become <strong>time-barred<\/strong> (misconduct more than 4 years old).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule16\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 16<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Investment, Lending and Borrowing<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. Prohibition on Speculation<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Absolute Bar:<\/strong> No Government servant shall <strong>speculate<\/strong> in any stock, share or other investment.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> <em>Frequent<\/em> purchase or sale (or both) of shares, securities or other investments shall be deemed to be <strong>speculation<\/strong> within the meaning of this sub-rule.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Exception \u2014 Occasional Investment Permitted<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Nothing in this sub-rule applies to <strong>occasional investments<\/strong> made through stock brokers or other persons who are <strong>duly authorised, licensed<\/strong>, or have obtained a <strong>certificate of registration<\/strong> under the relevant law.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. No Investment that Embarrasses or Influences Official Duties<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udeab<\/span><span>No Government servant shall make \u2014 or <strong>permit any family member or agent<\/strong> to make \u2014 any investment that is <strong>likely to embarrass or influence<\/strong> him in the discharge of his official duties.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Deemed Embarrassing:<\/strong> Purchase of shares out of quotas <strong>reserved for Directors of Companies or their friends and associates<\/strong> shall be deemed to be an embarrassing investment.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Government's Decision is Final<\/div>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u26a0\ufe0f Important<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>If any question arises whether any transaction is speculative (sub-rule 1) or embarrassing (sub-rule 2), the <strong>decision of the Government shall be final<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">4. Restrictions on Lending and Borrowing<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>General Bar:<\/strong> Except in the ordinary course of business with a <strong>bank or a public limited company<\/strong>, no Government servant shall \u2014 himself or through any family member or agent \u2014\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span><strong>Lend, borrow or deposit money<\/strong> with any person, firm or private limited company within the <strong>local limits of his authority<\/strong>, or with whom he is likely to have official dealings, or otherwise place himself under any <strong>pecuniary obligation<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span><strong>Lend money at interest<\/strong> or in a manner whereby any return in money or in kind is charged or paid.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Permitted Exceptions<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Give to, or accept from, a <strong>relative or personal friend<\/strong> a purely <strong>temporary loan of a small amount free of interest<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Operate a <strong>credit account with a bona fide tradesman<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Make an <strong>advance of pay to a private employee<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Any transaction entered into with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">5. Duty on Appointment or Transfer<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>When a Government servant is appointed or transferred to a post whose nature would involve him in a <strong>breach of sub-rule (2) or sub-rule (4)<\/strong>, he shall <strong>forthwith report the circumstances<\/strong> to the prescribed authority and act in accordance with the orders made by that authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 16<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Prior Sanction Must Be Obtained Beforehand; Ex-Post-Facto Sanction Strongly Discouraged<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span><span>Wherever any rule stipulates obtaining <strong>prior permission from Government<\/strong>, such sanction must invariably be obtained <strong>before making any move<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Requests for <strong>ex-post-facto sanction<\/strong> are to be <strong>severely discouraged<\/strong>. Entering transactions first and seeking approval afterwards defeats the purpose of the rules entirely.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span>Ministries are requested to impress upon Government servants the need to <strong>strictly adhere<\/strong> to the provisions and obtain prior sanction wherever necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>These instructions apply, <em>mutatis mutandis<\/em>, to all other rules requiring previous knowledge, consent or sanction of the prescribed authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/25\/61-Estt.(A), dated 26.06.1961<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Surety: Senior Officers Cautioned Against Approaching Subordinates<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Where a Government servant stands surety for loans taken by his <strong>official superior or the superior's relatives or friends<\/strong>, it creates an impression that <strong>official pressure<\/strong> has been exerted.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>The superior officer places himself under <strong>obligation to the subordinate<\/strong> \u2014 not conducive to efficient office management or discipline.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span><strong>Decision:<\/strong> All officers should be advised <strong>not to approach their subordinates<\/strong> for standing surety for loans taken from private sources \u2014 whether for themselves, their relatives or their friends.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/5\/66-Ests.(A), dated 25.05.1966<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Purchasing Shares from Directors' Quota Not Allowed<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants <strong>should not purchase shares<\/strong> out of quotas reserved for <strong>friends and associates of Directors<\/strong> of Companies.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Rule 16(2) makes it clear a Government servant must be <strong>circumspect<\/strong> in making investments. Such a purchase is likely to <strong>embarrass him in the discharge of official duties<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: Deptt. of Personnel No. 25\/9\/72-Ests.(A), dated 18.09.1976<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Fixed Deposits with Banks and Companies<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Public Limited Companies:<\/strong> Fixed deposits are <strong>covered by the saving clause<\/strong> in Rule 16(4) as these companies are authorised to accept public deposits. However, if the amount <strong>exceeds monetary limits under Rule 18(3)<\/strong>, a report to the prescribed authority is necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Private Limited Companies & Firms:<\/strong> Deposits are in the nature of <strong>loans<\/strong> and must be regulated under <strong>Rule 16(4)<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Banks:<\/strong> Fixed deposits with banks are <strong>exempted<\/strong> from Rule 16(4). However, if monetary limits under Rule 18(3) are exceeded, a report to the prescribed authority is still required.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: D.P. & A.R.'s OM No. 11013\/5\/81-Estt.(A), dated 12.05.1982<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule17\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 17<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Insolvency and Habitual Indebtedness<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>A Government servant shall so manage his private affairs as to <strong>avoid habitual indebtedness or insolvency<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>A Government servant against whom any <strong>legal proceeding is instituted<\/strong> \u2014 for the recovery of any debt due from him, or for adjudging him as an <strong>insolvent<\/strong> \u2014 shall <strong>forthwith report the full facts<\/strong> of the legal proceedings to the Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udccc Note \u2014 Burden of Proof<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>The <strong>burden of proving<\/strong> that insolvency or indebtedness was the result of circumstances which, with the exercise of ordinary diligence, the Government servant <strong>could not have foreseen<\/strong> or over which he had <strong>no control<\/strong>, and had not proceeded from <strong>extravagant or dissipated habits<\/strong>, shall be upon the <strong>Government servant<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">Key Points to Remember<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span><strong>Positive Duty:<\/strong> The rule casts a <strong>positive duty<\/strong> on the Government servant to manage private finances prudently \u2014 not merely to refrain from defaulting.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u23f1\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>\"Forthwith\" Reporting:<\/strong> The report must be made <strong>immediately<\/strong> upon institution of legal proceedings \u2014 delay itself is a violation.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span><strong>Full Facts Required:<\/strong> The report must contain <strong>full facts<\/strong> of the legal proceeding, not a partial or vague disclosure.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd04<\/span><span><strong>Reverse Burden:<\/strong> Unlike general disciplinary proceedings, here the GS must <em>prove<\/em> innocence \u2014 the burden is not on the department to prove mismanagement.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Important Distinction:<\/strong> \"Habitual indebtedness\" refers to a <em>pattern<\/em> of debt, not a single instance. However, a single insolvency proceeding is sufficient to trigger the mandatory reporting obligation.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 17<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Channel of Submission and Disposal of Reports on Habitual Indebtedness<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>Reports under Rule 17 should be submitted by the GS to his <strong>immediate superior<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd04<\/span><span>The immediate superior shall <strong>forward the report through normal channels<\/strong> to the authority competent to remove or dismiss the GS from service.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>The <strong>competent authority<\/strong> shall consider the report and pass appropriate orders \u2014 unless it requires guidance or clarification from a higher authority.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>If any <strong>penalty is to be imposed<\/strong>, the procedure prescribed in the <strong>CCS (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules<\/strong> must be followed.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\ud83d\udccb Rules Covered by this Decision<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>Rule 5<\/strong> (formerly Rule 4(2)) \u2014 Taking part in politics<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>Rule 16<\/strong> (formerly Rule 13(6)) \u2014 Lending and borrowing<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>Rule 17<\/strong> (formerly Rule 13) \u2014 Habitual indebtedness<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA O.M. No. 25\/40\/55-Ests.(A), dated 22.02.1956<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule18\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 18<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Movable, Immovable and Valuable Property<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. Return of Assets and Liabilities on First Appointment<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Every Government servant shall, on <strong>first appointment<\/strong> to any service or post, submit a return of assets and liabilities giving full particulars of:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px; margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udfe0<\/span><span><strong>(a) Immovable property<\/strong> inherited, owned, acquired or held by lease or mortgage \u2014 in own name, family member's name or any other person's name.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udcc8<\/span><span><strong>(b) Shares, debentures and cash<\/strong> including bank deposits \u2014 inherited, owned or acquired.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udc8d<\/span><span><strong>(c) Other movable property<\/strong> inherited, owned or acquired.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udcb3<\/span><span><strong>(d) Debts and other liabilities<\/strong> incurred directly or indirectly.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <ul class=\"blist\" style=\"margin-top:12px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span>Every <strong>Group 'A' and Group 'B'<\/strong> Government servant shall also submit an <strong>annual return<\/strong> giving full particulars of immovable property inherited, owned, acquired or held in own name, family member's name or any other person's name.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udccc Notes to Sub-rule (1)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Note 1:<\/strong> Sub-rule (1) shall not ordinarily apply to <strong>Group 'D' servants<\/strong> \u2014 but Government may direct its application to any such GS or class of GS.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Note 2:<\/strong> In all returns, movable property items worth <strong>less than \u20b910,000<\/strong> may be added and shown as a lump sum. Articles of daily use (clothes, utensils, crockery, books etc.) need not be included.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Note 3:<\/strong> Where a GS already belonging to a service is appointed to <strong>any other civil service or post<\/strong>, a fresh return under this clause is not required.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Immovable Property \u2014 Prior Knowledge \/ Sanction Required<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous knowledge of the prescribed authority<\/strong>, acquire or dispose of any immovable property by <strong>lease, mortgage, purchase, sale, gift or otherwise<\/strong> \u2014 in own name or in name of family member.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Proviso \u2014 Prior Sanction Required:<\/strong> If the transaction is with a person having <strong>official dealings with him<\/strong>, the Government servant must obtain <strong>previous sanction<\/strong> of the prescribed authority (not merely knowledge).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">3. Movable Property \u2014 Report Within One Month<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>Where a Government servant enters into a transaction in movable property (in own name or family member's name), he shall, <strong>within one month<\/strong> from the date of such transaction, report it to the prescribed authority if the value exceeds <strong>two months' basic pay<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Proviso \u2014 Prior Sanction Required:<\/strong> If the transaction is with a person having <strong>official dealings with him<\/strong>, the Government servant must obtain <strong>previous sanction<\/strong> before the transaction.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\ud83d\udcc5 2011 Amendment<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Sub-rule (3) was amended vide CCS (Conduct) Amendment Rules, 2011 \u2014 Notification No. G.S.R. 370(E), dated 9th May 2011. The monetary threshold is now <strong>two months' basic pay<\/strong> (earlier it was \u20b910,000 or one-sixth of annual emoluments, whichever was less).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">4. Government May Call for Statement at Any Time<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>The Government or the prescribed authority may, <strong>at any time<\/strong>, by general or special order, require a GS to furnish within a specified period a <strong>full and complete statement<\/strong> of movable or immovable property held or acquired by him, on his behalf, or by any member of his family.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Such statement shall, if required, include details of the <strong>means or source<\/strong> from which such property was acquired.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">5. Exemption for Group 'C' and Group 'D' Servants<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>The Government may exempt any category of Group 'C' or Group 'D' Government servants from any provision of this rule <strong>except sub-rule (4)<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>No such exemption shall be made <strong>without the concurrence<\/strong> of the Cabinet Secretariat (Department of Personnel).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Explanations<\/div>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation I \u2014 \"Movable Property\" Includes<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udc8d<\/span><span>Jewellery; insurance policies whose <strong>annual premia exceeds two months' basic pay<\/strong>; shares, securities and debentures.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcb3<\/span><span>All loans \u2014 whether secured or not \u2014 <strong>advanced or taken<\/strong> by the Government servant.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\ude97<\/span><span>Motor cars, motor cycles, horses or <strong>any other means of conveyance<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcfa<\/span><span>Refrigerators, radios, radiograms and <strong>television sets<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation I \u2014 \"Prescribed Authority\" Means<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Group 'A' posts:<\/strong> The Central Government (except where a lower authority is specifically specified).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfe2<\/span><span><strong>Group 'B' posts:<\/strong> Head of Department.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Group 'C' and 'D' posts:<\/strong> Head of Office.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd04<\/span><span><strong>GS on foreign service or deputation:<\/strong> Parent department on the cadre of which the GS is borne, or the Ministry to which he is administratively subordinate.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation II \u2014 \"Lease\" Means<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfe0<\/span><span>Except where obtained from or granted to a <strong>person having official dealings<\/strong> with the GS \u2014 a lease of immovable property <strong>from year to year or for any term exceeding one year<\/strong>, or reserving a yearly rent.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Where the lessee or lessor <strong>has official dealings<\/strong> with the GS, the general meaning under <strong>Section 105 of the Transfer of Property Act, 1882<\/strong> applies \u2014 including any agreement giving rise to a tenancy relationship regardless of duration or mode of rent payment.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Rule 18-A \u2014 Restrictions on Property Outside India & Transactions with Foreigners<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except with <strong>previous sanction of the prescribed authority<\/strong>:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-left:32px; margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udf0f<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> Acquire any immovable property <strong>situated outside India<\/strong> \u2014 in own name or family member's name.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udf0f<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> Dispose of any immovable property <strong>situated outside India<\/strong> \u2014 that was acquired or is held by him or family member.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83c\udf10<\/span><span><strong>(c)<\/strong> Enter into any transaction with any <strong>foreigner, foreign Government, foreign organisation or concern<\/strong> for acquisition or disposal of any immovable property \u2014 in own name or family member's name.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 18 (34 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 1, 7, 17, 18, 21, 33 \u2014 Submission of Property Returns: Format, Periodicity & Scrutiny<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcc5<\/span><span>Returns of immovable property shall be submitted in the prescribed form to the prescribed authority <strong>within one month of appointment<\/strong> and subsequently <strong>in the month of January every year<\/strong>. The initial return shows position as on date of appointment; subsequent returns as on <strong>1st January<\/strong> of the submission year.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span><span>Returns shall be treated as <strong>secret documents<\/strong> \u2014 kept in custody of the authority maintaining the Character Roll, but <strong>not filed in the Character Roll<\/strong> itself.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd0d<\/span><span>For CSS and Central Secretariat Stenographers' Service: <strong>No regular and continuous scrutiny<\/strong> needed \u2014 returns need be scrutinised only if there is ground for suspicion in a particular case.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Group A and B Officers<\/strong> must submit annual returns of immovable property by <strong>31st January<\/strong> of the next year. Failure to submit in time or furnishing wrong information can attract disciplinary proceedings.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd04<\/span><span><strong>Comprehensive Return of Assets & Liabilities<\/strong> (including movable property): Prescribed by Order dated 6th January 1973. First return as on 31st December 1972; subsequent returns every <strong>5 years<\/strong> as on 31st December, submitted by 31st March of the next year. Action under this order was held in abeyance in July 1973 pending review.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 2, 4, 10 \u2014 Immovable Property Transactions: Key Principles<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfd7\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>House Building = Acquisition of Immovable Property:<\/strong> Construction of a house clearly attracts Rule 18(2). A GS must report to, or seek permission from, the prescribed authority <strong>before commencing construction or any addition<\/strong> to any building.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Two-Stage Reporting for House Construction:<\/strong> Before starting \u2014 report\/seek permission in <strong>Form I<\/strong>. After completion \u2014 report in <strong>Form II<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Report After Acquisition:<\/strong> If sanction already specifies full details and amount, a further report is not necessary. If details were not furnished at sanction stage, a <strong>full report must be made after acquisition<\/strong>. Property must in any case figure in subsequent annual returns.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span><strong>Four Principles for Scrutiny of Immovable Property Transactions:<\/strong>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Transaction is for <strong>bona fide purposes<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Acquisition\/sale is at <strong>fair prevailing market prices<\/strong> \u2014 no profiteering or speculation.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>No reasonable ground to hold that the transaction resulted from <strong>undue official influence<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Nothing otherwise <strong>objectionable<\/strong> in relation to the proposed transaction.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 3, 12, 22, 28 \u2014 Prescribed Forms for Immovable Property Transactions<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Whenever a GS wishes to build a house: Report\/seek permission in <strong>Form I<\/strong> before construction; report in <strong>Form II<\/strong> after completion.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Forms I and II should include a column for <strong>\"source of finance\" with full details<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>All requests for prior sanction\/intimation for immovable property transactions should be made in <strong>standard Form I<\/strong>; for movable property in <strong>Form II<\/strong>. (These are separate from the house construction forms.)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd27<\/span><span><strong>Repairs and Minor Construction:<\/strong> Intimation to prescribed authority is necessary only if the estimated expenditure <strong>exceeds \u20b910,000<\/strong>. However, if the transaction for materials or contract is with a person having official dealings, <strong>prior sanction is required regardless of amount<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 11, 25 \u2014 Prior Sanction & Time Limits<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd12<\/span><span>Prior permission must be obtained before making any move. Ex-post-facto sanction to be severely discouraged \u2014 see GoI Decision 1 under Rule 16.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u23f1\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Time Limits for Granting Permission:<\/strong>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Under <strong>Rules 8(2), 13(4), 18(2), 18(3) and 18-A<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>30 days<\/strong> from date of receipt of request.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Under <strong>Rule 19(1)<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>6 weeks<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>If the competent authority <strong>fails to communicate its decision within the time limit<\/strong>, the GS shall be <strong>free to assume that permission has been granted<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 34 \u2014 Transactions Through Power of Attorney<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Acquisition or disposal of immovable property through <strong>Power of Attorney<\/strong> effects a de-facto transfer of possession and will <strong>attract the provisions of Rule 18(2)<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Prior knowledge or sanction (as applicable) of the prescribed authority must be obtained even when the transaction is carried out through a Power of Attorney holder.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/9\/98-Estt.(A), dated 29.12.1998 (in consultation with Ministry of Law)<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 6, 8, 15 \u2014 Special Movable Property Rules<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfd8\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>\"On Account\" Payments to Co-operative House-Building Societies<\/strong> for purchase, development etc. of land are to be treated as <strong>transactions in movable property<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\ude97<\/span><span><strong>Sale of Car Purchased on Government Advance:<\/strong> Requires <strong>two separate sanctions<\/strong> \u2014 one under the General Financial Rules and one under Rule 18(3) of the Conduct Rules (when sold otherwise than through a regular or reputed dealer or agent). GS advised to obtain GFR sanction first, then Conduct Rules sanction.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\uded2<\/span><span><strong>Single Transaction Rule:<\/strong> All purchases made at the <strong>same time, same place<\/strong>, and charged on the same bill shall be treated as <strong>one transaction<\/strong> \u2014 whether or not they relate to the same item.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 32 \u2014 Shares, Securities & Debentures \u2014 Annual Intimation Limits<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>In addition to the normal Rule 18(3) intimation per transaction, an intimation in the prescribed proforma shall be sent if cumulative transactions during the calendar year exceed:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div style=\"display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:8px;margin-top:9px;\">\n <div style=\"background:#f7f8fc;border:1px solid #c8d0e8;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#1e4d35;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group A & B Officers<\/strong>\n Total transactions in shares, securities, debentures or mutual funds <strong>> \u20b950,000<\/strong> in a calendar year.\n <\/div>\n <div style=\"background:#f7f8fc;border:1px solid #c8d0e8;border-radius:6px;padding:10px 13px;font-size:13.5px;line-height:1.65;\">\n <strong style=\"color:#1e4d35;display:block;font-size:10px;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.06em;margin-bottom:4px;\">Group C & D Officers<\/strong>\n Total transactions in shares, securities, debentures or mutual funds <strong>> \u20b925,000<\/strong> in a calendar year.\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 9, 26 \u2014 Transactions by Family Members out of Own Funds<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Transactions from GS's own funds<\/strong> \u2014 irrespective of the person in whose name made \u2014 are <strong>strictly governed by Rule 18<\/strong> (prior knowledge\/sanction for immovable; report within one month for movable).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Transactions from family member's own funds<\/strong> (including stridhan, gifts, inheritance) \u2014 made in the family member's own name and own right \u2014 do <strong>NOT attract sub-rules (2) and (3) of Rule 18<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Transfer to family member:<\/strong> A GS who transfers immovable property or movable property exceeding \u20b910,000 to a family member must <strong>report or obtain sanction<\/strong> under Rule 18.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Hindu Undivided Joint Family:<\/strong> Transactions as members of an HUF do <strong>not require Government's prior permission<\/strong>. Immovable property transactions should be included in annual returns; movable property transactions reported immediately after completion.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>These instructions are to be <strong>implemented liberally<\/strong> to avoid unnecessary probe into private affairs \u2014 but suspicious circumstances must be investigated with firmness and speed.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 24, 27 \u2014 Chit Funds, Life Insurance Policies & Fixed Deposits<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcb0<\/span><span><strong>Chit Funds:<\/strong> Subscriptions to a chit fund are transactions in movable property. If annual subscription exceeds the monetary limit under Rule 18(3), a report to the prescribed authority is needed. Prior sanction needed only if the GS has official dealings with the chit fund <em>and<\/em> it is not a registered chit fund company. Amount received by bid (before maturity) = loan from chit fund company \u2192 regulated under Rule 16(4).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udee1\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Life Insurance Policies:<\/strong> No prior permission required. Report to prescribed authority is needed <strong>only if the annual premium exceeds two months' basic pay<\/strong>. When the sum assured is received as <strong>survival benefit or on maturity<\/strong>, no report is necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfe6<\/span><span><strong>Fixed Deposits with Banks:<\/strong> Exempted from Rule 18(3). Fixed Deposits with <strong>public limited companies<\/strong> are covered by the saving clause in Rule 16(4) but report under Rule 18(3) is needed if the amount exceeds the monetary limit. Fixed Deposits with <strong>private limited companies\/firms<\/strong> = loans \u2192 regulated under Rule 16(4). Day-to-day Savings Bank or Post Office transactions do <strong>not<\/strong> come within the purview of Rule 18(3).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 3, 16 \u2014 Prescribed Authority for Group A Officers<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>For Group A officers serving in more than one Ministry, the <strong>Ministry administratively concerned<\/strong> with the post or service acts as the prescribed authority. For CSS (controlled by Home Ministry), the <strong>Ministry of Home Affairs<\/strong> is the prescribed authority for Rule 18 purposes.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Heads of Departments have been declared as <strong>prescribed authorities for Group A officers<\/strong> serving under their control for the purposes of sub-rules (2) and (3) of Rule 18 \u2014 subject to: (a) HoD cannot exercise these powers in relation to themselves; (b) all sanctions accorded by HoD must be <strong>reported to the Central Government or CAG<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 Bidding at Government Auctions Prohibited<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants should <strong>not bid at auctions arranged by their own Ministries or Departments<\/strong> \u2014 even if the transaction is free of any dishonesty, the <strong>appearance of impropriety<\/strong> is unavoidable.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Any Government servant who does so would be regarded as indulging in <strong>conduct unbecoming of a Government servant<\/strong> within the meaning of the Conduct Rules.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 23 \u2014 Advance Rent \/ \"Pagri\" Not to be Accepted in Violation of State Rent Acts<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Letting out premises constitutes a <strong>transaction in immovable property<\/strong> under Rule 18(2). Prior knowledge\/sanction of prescribed authority is required \u2014 prior sanction is necessary if the tenant has official dealings with the GS.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Appropriate authorities should <strong>refrain from sanctioning acceptance of substantial advance rent<\/strong> if this would violate the Delhi Rent Control Act or applicable State Rent Control Act provisions.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 13 \u2014 Disproportionate Assets: Presumption of Corruption<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>A <strong>presumption of corruption fairly arises<\/strong> against an officer who cannot account for large accretion of wealth which he could not possibly have saved from his known sources of income.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>This principle has statutory recognition under <strong>Section 5(3) of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1947<\/strong> and has been upheld by the Supreme Court.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span>In departmental inquiries against officers charged with corruption with disproportionate assets, the <strong>Presenting Officer must bring this legal position to the notice of the Enquiry Officer<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 29 \u2014 Government Can Call for Statement of Property at Any Time<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>Sub-rule (4) of Rule 18 expressly empowers the Government or the prescribed authority to require any GS to furnish a full statement of movable or immovable property <strong>at any time<\/strong> \u2014 including details of the <strong>means or source<\/strong> from which such property was acquired. This is in addition to the periodic returns.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule19\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 19<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Vindication of Acts and Character of Government Servant<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">1. Vindication of Official Acts \u2014 Prior Sanction Required<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall, except with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>, have recourse to any <strong>Court or to the Press<\/strong> for the vindication of any official act which has been the subject-matter of <strong>adverse criticism or an attack of a defamatory character<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u23f1\ufe0f Deemed Permission After 3 Months<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>If no sanction is received by the Government servant within a period of <strong>three months<\/strong> from the date of receipt of his request by the Government, he shall be <strong>free to assume that the permission has been granted<\/strong> to him.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">2. Vindication of Private Character \u2014 Report Required<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Nothing in this rule shall be deemed to <strong>prohibit<\/strong> a Government servant from vindicating his <strong>private character<\/strong> or any act done by him in his <strong>private capacity<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span>Where any such action for vindicating private character or a private act is taken, the Government servant shall <strong>submit a report to the prescribed authority<\/strong> regarding such action.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u2696\ufe0f Key Distinction<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Official act attacked?<\/strong> \u2192 <em>Prior sanction required<\/em> before approaching Court or Press. (3-month deemed permission applies.)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udc64<\/span><span><strong>Private character attacked?<\/strong> \u2192 <em>No prior sanction needed.<\/em> Action may be taken freely but <strong>report must be submitted<\/strong> to prescribed authority after doing so.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 19 (8 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Conviction by Criminal Court: Duty to Inform Departmental Superiors<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span>It shall be the <strong>duty<\/strong> of a Government servant who is convicted in a criminal court to <strong>inform his official superiors of the fact of conviction and the circumstances connected therewith<\/strong>, as soon as it is possible for him to do so.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Failure to inform official superiors will be regarded as <strong>suppression of material information<\/strong> and will render him liable to disciplinary action on this ground alone \u2014 apart from any penalty for the offence itself.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Dismissal on the basis of conviction is <strong>not automatic<\/strong> \u2014 each case must be examined on its merits. Penalty shall be imposed only where the charges show <strong>moral turpitude or grave misconduct<\/strong> likely to render further retention undesirable or contrary to public interest.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-red\"><span style=\"font-size:17px;flex-shrink:0\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span><strong>Source:<\/strong> MHA OM No. 25\/70\/49-Ests., dated 20.12.1949<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Seeking Redress in Courts for Service Grievances<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfaf<\/span><span>Government servants seeking redress of grievances arising out of their <strong>employment or conditions of service<\/strong> should, in their own interest and in keeping with official propriety and discipline, <strong>first exhaust the normal official channels of redress<\/strong> before taking the issue to a court of law.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Where permission to sue the Government in a court of law is asked for \u2014 whether before or after exhausting official channels \u2014 the GS may be informed that <strong>such permission is not necessary<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/3\/59-Ests.(A), dated 21.04.1959<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Allegations in Press or by Individuals Against a Government Servant: Procedure<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd0d<\/span><span><strong>Step 1 \u2014 Preliminary Enquiry:<\/strong> When allegations are made in the Press or by individuals against a GS in respect of his official conduct, a <strong>preliminary confidential enquiry<\/strong> by a senior officer shall be ordered by Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Step 2 \u2014 If allegations are found to be unfounded<\/strong> (based on ignorance, insufficient information or malice): Government shall consider whether action in a Court of Law is necessary to vindicate the GS, or whether publication of the enquiry results is sufficient.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Step 3 \u2014 If allegations have reasonable basis or enquiry is inconclusive:<\/strong> Government may \u2014\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span>Entrust the case to the <strong>Special Police Establishment<\/strong> for investigation; or<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span>Order a full <strong>departmental enquiry<\/strong> under CCS (CCA) Rules; or<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udd34<\/span><span>Require the officer to <strong>vindicate his conduct in a Court of Law<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Criminal Proceedings by Government:<\/strong> Section 198B of the CrPC permits the complaint to be filed within <strong>six months<\/strong> of the alleged offence by the Public Prosecutor directly in a Court of Sessions with the <strong>previous sanction of the Government<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>The appropriate authority for decision in each case is the <strong>administrative Ministry concerned<\/strong>, which will consult the Finance and Law Ministries where necessary.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-red\"><span style=\"font-size:17px;flex-shrink:0\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span><strong>Source:<\/strong> MHA OM No. 25\/32\/54-Ests.(A), dated 08.01.1959<\/span><\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Legal & Financial Assistance to Government Servants in Legal Proceedings<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(a) Proceedings by Government against GS:<\/strong> Government will <strong>not give any assistance<\/strong> to a GS for his defence in civil or criminal proceedings instituted against him by the State. However, if proceedings conclude in the GS's favour, Government will <strong>consider reimbursement of defence costs<\/strong> if the GS was subjected to proceedings without proper justification.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(b) Proceedings unconnected with official duties:<\/strong> Government will <strong>not give any assistance<\/strong> nor reimburse expenses for proceedings not arising out of official duties or position \u2014 whether instituted by a private party or by the GS.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(c) Proceedings by a private party against GS (official matters):<\/strong>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If in public interest, Government may <strong>undertake the defence of the GS<\/strong> (with GS's agreement in writing via Annexure A).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If GS conducts own defence \u2014 Government may <strong>consider reimbursement<\/strong> of reasonable costs if proceedings conclude in his favour. Court's vindication of the GS's acts (not mere victory) determines extent of reimbursement.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>An <strong>interest-free advance<\/strong> of up to \u20b9500 or 3 months' substantive pay (whichever is greater) may be sanctioned (on execution of Bond \u2014 Annexure B). An advance from Provident Fund (not exceeding 3 months' pay or half the balance, whichever is less) may also be granted.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(d) GS required by Government to vindicate official conduct:<\/strong> Reimbursement considered in light of result. Government may sanction an interest-free advance in suitable instalments on execution of Bond (Annexure B).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(e) GS proceeding suo moto with prior sanction:<\/strong> No ordinary entitlement to assistance. Government may in deserving cases sanction advance as in (c)(ii) \u2014 but <strong>no part of the expenses will be reimbursed<\/strong> even if the GS succeeds.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udccc UPSC Consultation Under Article 320(3)(d)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Consultation with the <strong>Union Public Service Commission<\/strong> is constitutionally required (Art. 320(3)(d)) for any claim by a GS for reimbursement of costs incurred in defending legal proceedings in respect of acts done in <strong>execution of official duty<\/strong>. In other cases, consultation is optional.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. F-45\/5\/53-Ests.(A), dated 08.01.1959<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 Further Instructions on Legal & Financial Assistance<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Vicarious Liability Cases:<\/strong> Where a GS is sued for damages for negligence in discharge of civil duties and Government is impleaded on ground of vicarious liability, Government should arrange <strong>common defence<\/strong> for the GS also \u2014 provided defences are substantially the same and there is no conflict of interest (examined in consultation with Law Officers).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span><strong>Recovery of Advance:<\/strong> In not more than <strong>24 equal monthly instalments<\/strong>, commencing from the first issue of pay\/leave salary\/subsistence allowance following the month of draw. The advance must be recovered before the date of retirement.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>If more than one advance is granted (for different proceedings), recovery of all such advances shall run <strong>concurrently<\/strong>. No second advance for the <em>same<\/em> proceedings is admissible.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Where the advance is sanctioned to a <strong>temporary\/quasi-permanent GS<\/strong>, a surety bond from a permanent Central Government servant of equivalent or higher status must be furnished.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83c\udfdb\ufe0f<\/span><span>The <strong>Administrative Ministry concerned<\/strong> (or the CAG for Indian Audit and Accounts Department staff) is the authority competent to sanction advances.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 45\/1\/61-Ests.(A), dated 26.11.1963<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 6 \u2014 Legal & Financial Assistance to Retired Government Servants<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>The provisions of paragraph 2(c) of Decision 4 regarding legal assistance shall be <strong>extended to retired Government servants<\/strong> against whom proceedings are instituted by a private party in respect of matters connected with their official duties or position before retirement.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Does <strong>not apply<\/strong> to those who have been <strong>compulsorily retired as a punishment<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Provision regarding <strong>advance from Provident Fund is not applicable<\/strong> to retired GS.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>The maximum interest-free advance to a retired GS is subject to a <strong>ceiling of \u20b9500<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 28022\/1\/75-Ests.(A), dated 20.01.1977<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 7 \u2014 Going to Press Without Permission: Not Permitted; Government to Take Positive Steps for Wrongly Maligned GS<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>The suggestion that individual GS (or unions\/associations) should be allowed to go to the Press to vindicate their position <strong>without prior permission was not accepted<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Where, on enquiry, adverse criticism in the Press against a GS is found to be based on <strong>ignorance, insufficient information or malice<\/strong>, Government should take <strong>significant and positive steps<\/strong> to vindicate the GS \u2014 the provisions of Decision 3 (para 3) should be invoked.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DP&AR OM No. 11013\/21\/76-Estt.(A), dated 24.02.1977<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 8 \u2014 Legal Assistance When Another Government Employee Files a Case<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Where it is in the <strong>public interest to defend<\/strong> a GS against whom a case is filed by another Government employee in respect of matters connected with the former's official duties or position, the filing Government employee may be treated as a <strong>\"private party\"<\/strong> \u2014 and assistance given under paragraph 2(c) of Decision 4.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>This does <strong>not apply<\/strong> to cases where a Government employee has been impleaded as a co-respondent by another Government employee in <strong>service-related suits<\/strong> (e.g., seniority) against the Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 28020\/1\/78-Ests.(A), dated 06.10.1978<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule20\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 20<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Canvassing of Non-Official or Other Outside Influence<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall <strong>bring or attempt to bring<\/strong> any <strong>political or other outside influence<\/strong> to bear upon any superior authority to <strong>further his interests<\/strong> in respect of matters pertaining to his service under Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Scope:<\/strong> The prohibition covers <strong>direct as well as indirect<\/strong> outside influence. Approaching Members of Parliament, Members of State Legislatures, politicians or prominent persons for any service matter \u2014 including allotment of Government accommodation \u2014 constitutes a violation of this rule.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 20 (6 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Representations by Relatives on Service Matters to be Discouraged<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Representations on service matters submitted by <strong>relatives of a Government servant<\/strong> should receive <strong>no notice<\/strong>. This practice \u2014 often used to revive rejected representations or bypass official channels \u2014 is undesirable and should be strongly discouraged.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Only exception:<\/strong> Cases where the GS is unable to submit the representation himself due to <strong>death or physical disability<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. F25\/21\/63-Ests.(A), dated 19.09.1963<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Out-of-Turn Allotment of Government Accommodation Through MPs Violates Rule 20<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Government servants approaching the Directorate of Estates for <strong>out-of-turn allotment of residential accommodation<\/strong> or departure from allotment rules through <strong>Members of Parliament, politicians or prominent persons<\/strong> constitutes a violation of Rule 20.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>Since Government accommodation is allotted only because of service under Government, such canvassing is a <strong>service matter<\/strong> covered by the rule.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/6\/90-Estt.(A), dated 30.03.1990<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Three-Stage Escalating Procedure Against Violators<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">1\ufe0f\u20e3<\/span><span><strong>First Violation:<\/strong> The appropriate disciplinary authority should <strong>advise<\/strong> the GS to desist from approaching MPs\/MLAs. A copy of this advice need <strong>not<\/strong> be placed in the CR dossier.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">2\ufe0f\u20e3<\/span><span><strong>Second Violation:<\/strong> A <strong>written warning<\/strong> shall be issued by the appropriate disciplinary authority and a copy placed in the <strong>CR dossier<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">3\ufe0f\u20e3<\/span><span><strong>Third \/ Subsequent Violation:<\/strong> <strong>Disciplinary action<\/strong> shall be initiated under the <strong>CCS (CCA) Rules, 1965<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udccb How to Handle Communications from Public Representatives<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Group\/category grievances:<\/strong> Must be entertained and dealt with on a time-bound basis; appropriate reply at the level of the <strong>Minister concerned<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Retired personnel's grievances:<\/strong> Same consideration as group grievances.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Individual GS's case sponsored by public representative<\/strong> (recruitment, promotion, posting, allotment, adverse remarks etc.): A <strong>formal reply sent at Minister's level<\/strong>, acknowledging receipt and advising the GS to represent through proper official channels. The Minister's reply shall be deemed to dispose off the communication unless he gives further directions.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/12\/94-Estt.(A), dated 12.01.1995<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Indirect Influence Also Attracts Rule 20<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Bringing of <strong>indirect outside influence<\/strong> by a Government servant to further his service interests also attracts the provisions of Rule 20 of the CCS (Conduct) Rules, 1964.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce2<\/span><span>All Ministries\/Departments are to bring existing instructions to the notice of all concerned and take <strong>effective action<\/strong> against violators as prescribed in the OM dated 12.01.1995.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/11\/97-Estt.(A), dated 06.11.1997<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 Proper Channel for Representations; Bypassing Channel is Misconduct Under Rule 3<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>A GS wishing to press a claim or seek redress must address his <strong>immediate official superior or Head of Office<\/strong> or the lowest level authority competent to deal with the matter.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>An appeal\/representation to a higher authority must not be made unless the appropriate lower authority has already <strong>rejected the claim, refused relief, or unduly delayed disposal<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>Representations to the <strong>President, Government or Minister<\/strong> must be submitted through proper channel. Sending copies to <strong>outside authorities (MPs, other Ministers, Secretaries)<\/strong> is contrary to official propriety and subversive of good discipline.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Bypassing prescribed channels directly to the Minister, Prime Minister, etc. may be treated as <strong>unbecoming conduct<\/strong> attracting <strong>Rule 3(1)(iii)<\/strong> and appropriate disciplinary action should be taken.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u23f1\ufe0f Time Limits for Disposal of Representations<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Salary\/allowances and other service matters: If no reply within <strong>one month<\/strong>, GS may address next higher officer.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Appeals\/petitions under statutory rules: Must be acknowledged or given interim reply within <strong>one month<\/strong> if disposal cannot be completed within that period.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 11013\/7\/99-Estt.(A), dated 01.11.1999<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 6 \u2014 Time Limits for Disposal of Representations by Ministries\/Departments<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u23f1\ufe0f<\/span><span>A representation requiring examination only in a Ministry\/Department: Maximum <strong>six weeks<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u23f1\ufe0f<\/span><span>A representation requiring <strong>inter-departmental consultation<\/strong>: Normally within a maximum of <strong>three months<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>The final reply must be <strong>self-contained, cover all points raised<\/strong> and, where the representation is rejected, clearly indicate the <strong>grounds of rejection<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DOPT OM No. 28034\/6\/2002-Estt.(A), dated 11.01.2002<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule21\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 21<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Restriction Regarding Marriage<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (1):<\/strong> No Government servant shall enter into, or contract, a marriage with a person <strong>having a spouse living<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (2):<\/strong> No Government servant <strong>having a spouse living<\/strong> shall enter into, or contract, a marriage with any person.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udce9<\/span><span><strong>Sub-rule (3):<\/strong> A Government servant who has married or marries a person <strong>other than of Indian nationality<\/strong> shall <strong>forthwith intimate<\/strong> the fact to the Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Proviso \u2014 Government May Grant Permission<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>The Central Government may permit a GS to enter into such a marriage if it is satisfied that:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(a)<\/strong> The marriage is <strong>permissible under the personal law<\/strong> applicable to the GS and the other party; and<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>(b)<\/strong> There are <strong>other grounds<\/strong> for so doing.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"box-red\">\n <span style=\"font-size:18px;flex-shrink:0;margin-top:2px\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span>\n <span><strong>Key Point:<\/strong> A marriage that is <strong>legally null and void<\/strong> by reason of there being a spouse living at the time of the marriage would <strong>still disqualify<\/strong> the person concerned for appointment \/ continued service in Government.<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 21 (4 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Procedure for Dealing with Requests for Permission to Remarry<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Before referring a case to the Home Ministry for advice, the Ministry\/Department concerned must conduct a <strong>preliminary enquiry<\/strong> on the following points:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Is the proposed marriage <strong>permissible under the personal law<\/strong> applicable to the applicant?<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Are the alleged grounds for the request <strong>true and well-founded<\/strong>?<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If the first wife has consented \u2014 is the consent <strong>genuine and of her own free will<\/strong>? (Interview of applicant and wife may be conducted by senior officers.)<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>If grounds relate to wife's <strong>sickness<\/strong> \u2014 obtain as much information as possible from medical authorities.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Are the <strong>maintenance arrangements for the first wife satisfactory<\/strong>?<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 219\/51-Ests., dated 16.02.1955<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Restrictions Against Bigamy Apply to Female Government Servants Also<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>The rule has been amended to include: <em>\"No female Government servant shall marry any person who has a wife living without first obtaining the <strong>permission of Government<\/strong>.\"<\/em><\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>This principle shall also govern <strong>recruitment<\/strong> \u2014 a provision should be added in recruitment rules that no female candidate who has married a person having already a wife living shall be eligible for recruitment, unless Government specially exempts her.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/5\/55-Ests., dated 31.05.1956<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Declaration to be Obtained from New Entrants Regarding Marriage<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>A declaration in the prescribed form must be obtained from <strong>every new entrant to Government service<\/strong> (both sexes) indicating their marital status \u2014 whether unmarried\/widowed, married with one spouse, or having married a person with a spouse living.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>If a declaration in the negative is later found to be <strong>incorrect<\/strong>, the GS is liable to be <strong>dismissed from service<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/52\/57-Ests.(A), dated 02.01.1958<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Void Marriage Also Disqualifies; Amended Recruitment Rule Standard<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>Even a marriage which is <strong>legally null and void<\/strong> by reason of a spouse living at the time of marriage still <strong>disqualifies<\/strong> the person for appointment to Government service.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Recruitment rules should be amended to expressly provide that:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>Male:<\/strong> No person having more than one wife living, or who contracts a void marriage during the lifetime of a spouse, is eligible for appointment.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span><strong>Female:<\/strong> No woman whose marriage is void by reason of the husband having a wife living, or who has married a man who has a wife living, is eligible for appointment.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\u2705<\/span><span>The Central Government may, if satisfied that there are special grounds, <strong>exempt<\/strong> any person from the operation of these provisions.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/35\/60-Ests.(A), dated 09.12.1960<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule22\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 22<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Consumption of Intoxicating Drinks and Drugs<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule \u2014 Four Obligations<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span><strong>(a) Abide by Law:<\/strong> A Government servant shall strictly abide by any <strong>law relating to intoxicating drinks or drugs<\/strong> in force in any area in which he may happen to be for the time being.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(b) Not Under Influence on Duty:<\/strong> A Government servant shall not be <strong>under the influence<\/strong> of any intoxicating drink or drug during the course of his duty, and shall take due care that the <strong>performance of his duties at any time<\/strong> is not affected by the influence of such drink or drug.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(bb) No Consumption in Public Place:<\/strong> A Government servant shall <strong>refrain from consuming<\/strong> any intoxicating drink or drug in a <strong>public place<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(c) Not Appear Intoxicated in Public:<\/strong> A Government servant shall not <strong>appear in a public place in a state of intoxication<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(d) Not Use to Excess:<\/strong> A Government servant shall not use any intoxicating drink or drug <strong>to excess<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83d\udcd6 Explanation \u2014 \"Public Place\" Defined<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>For the purpose of this rule, <strong>'public place'<\/strong> means any place or premises (including a <strong>conveyance<\/strong>) to which the public have, or are permitted to have access, whether <strong>on payment or otherwise<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div class=\"sec-h\">Rule 22-A \u2014 Prohibition on Employment of Children Below 14 Years<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>No Government servant shall <strong>employ to work any child below the age of 14 years<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 22 (3 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 What is a \"Public Place\"? Clubs & Hotels Clarified<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Club (members-only with guest access):<\/strong> Is a <strong>public place<\/strong> \u2014 both for non-member guests and for <strong>member Government servants<\/strong>. Consumption of intoxicating drinks there attracts Rule 22.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>Hotel lodging room:<\/strong> Drinking in a <strong>lodging room<\/strong> in a hotel does <strong>not<\/strong> attract Rule 22 \u2014 it is private.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>Hotel bar or restaurant<\/strong> (open to public): Drinking there <strong>does attract<\/strong> Rule 22.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\ud83c\udf10 Official Entertainments \u2014 Clarification<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(a) Foreign Mission entertainments:<\/strong> Where officers are <strong>required in discharge of official duties<\/strong> to attend entertainments arranged by Foreign Missions in halls\/lounges exclusively reserved or taken on hire, taking drinks at such entertainments does <strong>not attract Rule 22<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(b) Government\/PSU organised parties (with foreigners):<\/strong> Same exception applies where the party is hosted by Government or any organisation controlled by Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span><strong>(e) GS invited in official capacity:<\/strong> Rule 22 provisions do <strong>not apply<\/strong> to Government servants invited to official parties in their official capacity.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span><strong>(c) & (d):<\/strong> Government servants are <strong>not exempted<\/strong> from Rule 22 in other places\/circumstances (e.g., hotel bars open to foreigners, club bars).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: DP&AR Letter No. 11013\/16\/74-Estt.(A), dated 30.10.1976<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Consumption at Foreign Mission Parties Now Also Prohibited<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>In partial modification of Decision 1, it has been decided that Government servants should <strong>refrain from consuming intoxicating drinks even at official parties arranged by Foreign Missions<\/strong> \u2014 whether within Mission premises or in exclusively reserved halls\/lounges.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26d4<\/span><span>The same position applies to parties arranged by <strong>Government or semi-Government organisations<\/strong> where foreigners are entertained, or similar parties hosted by others.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA DP&AR OM No. 11013\/10\/77-Estt.(A), dated 07.12.1977<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Disciplinary Authorities to Take Strictest View of Violations<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>Every Government servant shall <strong>scrupulously adhere<\/strong> to the provisions of Rule 22. Violation constitutes good and sufficient reason for <strong>disciplinary action<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udd0d<\/span><span>Disciplinary authorities shall keep a <strong>strict watch<\/strong> on the conduct of Government servants regarding matters covered by Rule 22.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>Disciplinary authorities shall take a <strong>very serious view<\/strong> of any violation and shall not hesitate to impose the <strong>severest punishment<\/strong> on Government servants proved guilty of violating Rule 22.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-red\"><span style=\"font-size:17px;flex-shrink:0\">\ud83d\udcdc<\/span><span><strong>Sources:<\/strong> Cabinet Sectt. DP&AR OM No. 11013\/17\/75-Estt.(A), dated 28.11.1975 & DP&AR OM No. 11013\/3\/84-Estt.(A), dated 29.03.1984<\/span>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule23\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 23<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Interpretation<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>If any question arises relating to the <strong>interpretation of these rules<\/strong>, it shall be referred to the <strong>Government whose decision thereon shall be final<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u2139\ufe0f Key Point<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Note that Rule 24 (Delegation of Powers) expressly <strong>excludes Rule 23 from delegation<\/strong> \u2014 the power to interpret the rules is <strong>non-delegable<\/strong> and vests exclusively in the Central Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 23 (2 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Power to Relax Rules to Prevent Hardship<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Where the Central Government is satisfied that the operation of any rule regulating conditions of service of Union Government servants <strong>causes undue hardship in any particular case<\/strong>, it may, by order, <strong>dispense with or relax the requirements of that rule<\/strong> to such extent and subject to such conditions as it may consider necessary \u2014 for dealing with the case in a <strong>just and equitable manner<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA Notification No. 108\/54-Ests.(A), dated 20.11.1954<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Scope and Procedure for Exercise of Relaxation Power<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>The power to relax rules derives from the principle that the authority competent to <strong>make rules is also competent to amend or interpret them<\/strong>. It is not a new power but codification of what was assumed to prevail under the Government of India Act, 1935 (Section 241(5)).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span>This power is intended to be invoked only in <strong>rare and exceptional cases<\/strong>. Before an order of relaxation is passed:<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <ul class=\"blist-sub\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>The <strong>Ministry which made the rule<\/strong> proposed to be relaxed must be consulted.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Other relevant Ministries (<strong>MHA and\/or Ministry of Finance<\/strong>) must be consulted as may be appropriate.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Any existing <strong>rules of business or procedure<\/strong> of the GoI Secretariat having a bearing on the subject must be complied with.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>The <strong>reasons for relaxation<\/strong> must be placed on record on the appropriate file \u2014 but should <strong>not form part of the formal order<\/strong> itself.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bsi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>The order must be <strong>authenticated as an order of the President<\/strong> in accordance with Article 77 of the Constitution.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 180\/54-Ests.(A), dated 25.03.1955<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule24\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 24<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Delegation of Powers<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccb<\/span><span>The Government may, by general or special order, direct that any power exercisable by it or any <strong>Head of Department under these rules<\/strong> (except the powers under <strong>Rule 23 and this Rule<\/strong>) shall, subject to such conditions as may be specified in the order, be exercisable also by such <strong>officer or authority as may be specified<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-blue\">\n <div class=\"box-blue-lbl\">\u2139\ufe0f Key Points<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Rule 23 (Interpretation) and Rule 24 itself are <strong>expressly excluded from delegation<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\udccc<\/span><span>Delegation can be both <strong>general<\/strong> (by class of officers) or <strong>special<\/strong> (for specific cases).<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-outer\">\n <div class=\"goi-lbl\">Govt. of India Decisions \u2014 Rule 24 (9 Decisions)<\/div>\n <div class=\"goi-box\">\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 1 \u2014 Delegation to Chief Administrative Officer (Defence Civilians)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Powers under <strong>Rule 8(2), Rule 13, Rule 16(4)(ii) and Rule 18(2)&(3)<\/strong> delegated to the <strong>Chief Administrative Officer, Ministry of Defence<\/strong> and specified Assistant Chief Administrative Officers \/ Director of Civilian Personnel \/ Deputy Director of Personnel (Civilians) in respect of Class II, III & IV civilian personnel in Armed Forces HQ and Inter-Service Organisations.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA Order No. 25\/19\/66-Ests.(A), dated 18.05.1965<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 2 \u2014 Delegation to DGTD (Property Transactions for Class I Officers)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Powers under <strong>Rule 18(2) and (3)<\/strong> delegated to the <strong>Director General of Technical Development<\/strong> in respect of Class I Officers serving under his control \u2014 subject to reporting all sanctions accorded to the Central Government.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA OM No. 25\/25\/65-Ests.(A), dated 08.06.1965<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 3 \u2014 Delegation to Administrators of Union Territories<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Powers under <strong>Rule 8(2), 10, 13, 14, 15(1)\u2013(3), 19(2)<\/strong> (for Class II\/III\/IV Central civil post holders) and <strong>Rule 4(2) and Rule 18 Explanation 2(a)(i)<\/strong> (for Class I officers in UTs, excluding Central Civil Service Class I officers and deputationists) delegated to the <strong>Administrators of specified Union Territories<\/strong> (Andaman & Nicobar, Dadra & Nagar Haveli, Delhi, Goa-Daman-Diu, HP, Laccadive Islands, Manipur and Tripura).<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Powers under <strong>Rule 8(1) and Rule 16(4)<\/strong> also delegated to UT Administrators for Class II\/III\/IV central civil post holders.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 4 \u2014 Delegation to Heads of Departments<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Powers under <strong>Rule 13(4)<\/strong> (foreign dignitary gifts) and <strong>Rule 16(4)(i)<\/strong> delegated to <strong>Heads of Departments<\/strong> in respect of Class II, III and IV Government servants under their control.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA Order No. 25\/30(i)\/65-Ests.(A), dated 06.10.1965<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 5 \u2014 \"Prescribed Authority\" Under Various Rules<\/div>\n <div style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:10px 0;\">\n <table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\">\n <thead>\n <tr style=\"background:#1a6b5a;color:#fff;\">\n <th style=\"padding:7px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #aaa;\">Rule<\/th>\n <th style=\"padding:7px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #aaa;\">Prescribed Authority<\/th>\n <\/tr>\n <\/thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr style=\"background:#f7faf8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 4(2)(ii) & Rule 8(2)<\/strong><\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">Ministries\/Depts GS & Class I in offices under them \u2192 <strong>Administrative Ministry\/Dept<\/strong><br>Others \u2192 <strong>Head of Department<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 15(4)<\/strong><\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">Authority competent under <strong>Supplementary Rule 11<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"background:#f7faf8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 16(4)(ii)<\/strong><\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">All GS \u2192 <strong>Authority competent to remove or dismiss (i.e. Appointing Authority)<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 19(2)<\/strong><\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">Ministries\/Depts GS & Class I in offices under them \u2192 <strong>Administrative Ministry\/Dept<\/strong><br>Others \u2192 <strong>Head of Office<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"background:#f7faf8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 12 (Subscriptions)<\/strong><\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">No specific prescribed authority specified \u2014 power exercisable by <strong>Administrative Ministry\/Dept concerned<\/strong> for all GS<\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\" style=\"margin-top:8px;\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2139\ufe0f<\/span><span>For a GS on <strong>Foreign Service or deputation<\/strong> to another Ministry\/Government \u2014 the prescribed authority is the appropriate authority in his <strong>parent Ministry or Department<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 6 \u2014 Authorities Competent to Receive Reports Submitted to \"Government\"<\/div>\n <div style=\"overflow-x:auto;margin:10px 0;\">\n <table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-size:13px;\">\n <thead>\n <tr style=\"background:#1a6b5a;color:#fff;\">\n <th style=\"padding:7px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #aaa;\">Rule<\/th>\n <th style=\"padding:7px 10px;text-align:left;border:1px solid #aaa;\">Authority to Receive Report<\/th>\n <\/tr>\n <\/thead>\n <tbody>\n <tr style=\"background:#f7faf8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 5(2)<\/strong> (Political activity \u2014 family)<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">All GS \u2192 <strong>Appointing Authority<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 13(2)&(3), Rule 15(2)<\/strong><\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">Ministries\/Depts GS & Class I \u2192 <strong>Administrative Ministry\/Dept<\/strong><br>Others (except Class IV) \u2192 <strong>Head of Department<\/strong><br>Class IV \u2192 <strong>Head of Office<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <tr style=\"background:#f7faf8;\">\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\"><strong>Rule 17<\/strong> (Insolvency)<\/td>\n <td style=\"padding:6px 10px;border:1px solid #ddd;\">All GS \u2192 <strong>Appointing Authority<\/strong><\/td>\n <\/tr>\n <\/tbody>\n <\/table>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decision 7 \u2014 Delegation to Heads of Department for Rule 18(2)&(3) (Group A)<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Powers under <strong>Rule 18(2) and (3)<\/strong> also exercisable by <strong>Heads of Department<\/strong> in respect of Class I (Group A) officers serving under their control \u2014 subject to <strong>reporting all sanctions to Central Government<\/strong> (or Comptroller & Auditor General for IA&AS). Powers in relation to the <strong>Heads of Department themselves<\/strong> continue to vest with the Central Government\/CAG.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <p class=\"goi-src\"><em>Source: MHA Notification No. 25\/11\/68-Ests.(A), dated 05.08.1968<\/em><\/p>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"goi-dec\" style=\"margin:0;padding:0;border:none;\">\n <div class=\"goi-dec-title\">Decisions 8, 9 \u2014 Day-to-Day Administration of Conduct Rules: Delegation to Administrative Ministries<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>In respect of services <strong>not controlled by MHA<\/strong>: Powers under Conduct Rules have already been delegated to Heads of Departments and Heads of Office for Group B\/C\/D. For <strong>Group A and non-delegated powers<\/strong>, the <strong>Administrative Ministries themselves<\/strong> should exercise the powers \u2014 no reference to MHA is necessary unless there is doubt about interpretation.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>In respect of services <strong>controlled by MHA<\/strong> (All India Services, CSS, Industrial Management Pool): Day-to-day administration can be left to the different Ministries\/Departments. No reference to MHA required \u2014 <strong>except<\/strong> for <strong>annual returns of immovable property<\/strong>, which must continue to be sent to MHA.<\/span><\/li>\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u26a0\ufe0f<\/span><span><strong>Exception (Decision 9):<\/strong> Cases relating to <strong>retired officers of All India Services<\/strong> and <strong>CSS officers of rank of Under Secretary and above<\/strong> seeking permission for commercial employment (post-retirement) must be referred to <strong>MHA for decision<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n\n \n <div id=\"rule25\" class=\"rule-block\">\n\n <div class=\"rule-head\">\n <span class=\"rule-badge\">Rule 25<\/span>\n <span class=\"rule-title\">Repeal and Saving<\/span>\n <\/div>\n\n <div class=\"sec-h\">The Rule<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\ud83d\uddd1\ufe0f<\/span><span>Any rules corresponding to these rules in force <strong>immediately before the commencement<\/strong> of these rules and applicable to the Government servants to whom these rules apply, are hereby <strong>repealed<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 First Proviso \u2014 Continuity of Orders\/Actions<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2705<\/span><span>Any <strong>order made or action taken<\/strong> under the rules so repealed shall be deemed to have been made or taken under the <strong>corresponding provisions of these rules<\/strong>.<\/span><\/li>\n <\/ul>\n <\/div>\n <div class=\"box-green\">\n <div class=\"box-green-lbl\">\u2705 Second Proviso \u2014 Past Contraventions Still Punishable<\/div>\n <ul class=\"blist\">\n <li><span class=\"bi\">\u2696\ufe0f<\/span><span>The repeal shall <strong>not affect the previous operation<\/strong> of the rules so repealed. 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