A Disbursing Officer cannot refuse a legitimate claim outright. However, if honouring the claim would lead to an excess over the available funds, the Disbursing Officer *must* refer the matter to their administrative authority for orders. They cannot authorize the payment on their own until the administrative authority arranges for the necessary funds, either through re-appropriation or a supplementary grant.
Source: GFR Rule 64
What exactly is a 'suspense head' in this context?
Why is it important to consult with states and UTs when designing these schemes?
Why is it important for the State Government to submit the UC, even if they didn't spend the money directly?
Where can I find the Delegation of Financial Powers Rules?
Do I need to create the accounting forms myself?
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