Government Rules — Questions & Answers
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How often must retention schedules be reviewed?
At least once every 5 years, as per CSMoP 2022, Para 10.7....
Does Rule 15 apply to all government employees?
Rule 15 applies to all Central Government employees covered under the CCS (Leave) Rules, 1972. Certain categories of employees may be governed by separate ...
What happens if I skip an approval step mentioned in Para 7.2.2?
Skipping an approval step can lead to audit objections, disciplinary action, and potential legal issues. It's crucial to follow the prescribed approval pro...
What does 'waiving' a breach mean?
Waiving a breach means that the innocent party chooses to overlook the violation and continue with the contract. However, this doesn't prevent them from ad...
What is the maximum Leave Not Due I can avail in my entire career?
The maximum Leave Not Due that can be granted to a government servant is 360 days during the entire service....
What if we suspect cartel formation among the bidders? Can we negotiate then?
Yes, negotiation is permitted if there is a suspicion of cartel formation. However, this suspicion must be recorded, and the provisions of para 7.6.8 (rela...
Is this rule applicable to all types of government employees?
This rule is specifically applicable to government employees covered under the CCS (Pension) Rules, 2021. Other pension schemes might have different rules ...
What happens if a bidder meets the eligibility criteria but not the qualification criteria?
The bidder will be disqualified and will not be considered for further evaluation....
Does this rule apply to employees who are dismissed or removed from service?
No, Rule 54(3) specifically applies to retirements, not dismissals or removals. Dismissal and removal from service are governed by different rules and proc...
What happens if the supplier is partially responsible for the delay?
Para 9.3.2 specifically addresses situations where the supplier is *not* responsible. If the supplier is partially responsible, other clauses related to LD...
Can records be destroyed by throwing them in the dustbin?
No. Records must be destroyed only by burning or shredding, and only in the physical presence of the Record Officer. Unauthorized or casual disposal (inclu...
What if the officers have different levels of involvement — can different penalties be imposed?
Yes. The common proceeding is for efficiency of inquiry. Each officer is still judged individually on the findings against them. Different penalties can be...
How is 'conflict of interest' defined in this context?
A conflict of interest arises when an employee's personal interests (financial, familial, or otherwise) could potentially influence their objectivity or im...
What happens if only a portion of the contract is affected by the Force Majeure event?
The Force Majeure clause applies only to the portion of the contract that is directly affected. The supplier is still obligated to fulfill the remaining un...
If the L1 price is too high, can we directly negotiate with L2 to get a better price?
No, you cannot directly negotiate with L2. You can only negotiate with L1 for a limited quantity to meet immediate needs. The remaining quantity must be re...
What does 'Net Discount over the (published) Price' mean?
It means the percentage discount a vendor offers on the original, printed price of the book or magazine. The government pays the published price minus this...
Can the President directly dismiss any government servant?
Yes. Rule 12(1) gives the President overriding power to impose any of the penalties in Rule 11 on any government servant, regardless of service level....
Who should comply with this circular?
All Ministries and Departments of the Government of India, and by extension, all attached offices, subordinate offices, and Public Sector Undertakings/bodi...
Who is the 'reinstating authority'?
The reinstating authority is the official or body that has the power to reverse the order of dismissal, removal, or compulsory retirement and bring the emp...
What documentation is required when seeking an extension of bid validity?
The procuring officer must record the reasons for seeking an extension of bid validity. This documentation should be clear, concise, and justify the need f...