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Who is the competent authority to sanction prosecution for a Central Government servant employed in connection with the affairs of the Union?
Who is the competent authority to sanction prosecution for a Central Government servant employed in connection with the affairs of the Union?
In which scenario would the State Government serve as the competent authority for sanctioning prosecution?
In which scenario would the State Government serve as the competent authority for sanctioning prosecution?
What does the CVC advise concerning the sanction for prosecution?
What does the CVC advise concerning the sanction for prosecution?
Which officer’s rank is required for sanctioning prosecution in JMG/S-I to SMG/S-IV category?
Which officer’s rank is required for sanctioning prosecution in JMG/S-I to SMG/S-IV category?
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What authority is responsible for sanctioning prosecutions for officers in SMG/S-V category?
What authority is responsible for sanctioning prosecutions for officers in SMG/S-V category?
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Who can sanction prosecutions for officers in the SMG/S-VI category?
Who can sanction prosecutions for officers in the SMG/S-VI category?
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What is the competent authority for sanctioning prosecution for Managing Director & CEO?
What is the competent authority for sanctioning prosecution for Managing Director & CEO?
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Which staff category requires sanction from the Zonal Head for prosecution?
Which staff category requires sanction from the Zonal Head for prosecution?
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Study Notes
Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 - Sanction for Prosecution
- Section 19(1) outlines competent authorities for sanctioning prosecution under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.
- Central Government Servants: Sanction is granted by the Central Government if the servant is employed in connection with Union affairs and removable by the Central Government.
- State Government Servants: Sanction is granted by the State Government if the servant is employed in connection with state affairs and removable by the State Government.
- Other Public Servants: Sanction is granted by the authority competent to remove the servant from office.
- The Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) advises Administrative Authorities to clearly document the sanction issuance, ensuring it's signed by the competent authority or a duly authorized representative. This helps avoid later disputes about the validity of the sanction.
Competent Authorities for Sanction in a Specific Bank
- The document lists specific authorities for sanctioning prosecution of employees based on their grade level and location.
- JMG/S - I to SMG/S - IV in Zone: Zonal Head (General Manager or above)
- SMG/S - V: General Manager (Disciplinary Proceedings) at the corporate office (Mumbai).
- SMG/S - VI: Executive Director.
- SMG/S - VII: Managing Director & CEO.
- Award Staff (including Pension Optees) located in a Branch/office within a Zone: Zonal Head (General Manager or above).
- *Note: "Offices" are various departments/locations within the bank (branch/back offices/RTCs and other specialized units)
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This quiz covers the key provisions of the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, particularly focusing on Section 19(1) regarding the sanction for prosecution. It details the competent authorities responsible for granting sanctions for Central Government, State Government, and other public servants. Gain insights into the importance of documentation by the Central Vigilance Commission to avoid disputes related to sanction validity.
