Rule 2 — CCS

Rule 2: Definitions To ensure clarity in the application of conduct rules, the regulations define several key terms. Government servant: refers to any person serving under the Central Government, whether on a permanent, temporary, or contractual basis, excluding those specifically exempted, such as members of the All India Services, Defence Services, and Railway Services2 .

Government: refers to the Government of India, including its ministries, departments, and attached offices. Prescribed authority: refers to the competent authority designated to enforce specific provisions of these rules.

The definition of family: is very wide under Conduct Rules. The Family includes spouse, dependent children (whether married or unmarried), stepchildren, and other dependents by blood or marriage living with or financially supported by the government servant3 .

Member of family: refers to individuals whose financial or professional engagements may impact the government servant’s duties, making them subject to restrictions on property transactions, financial dealings, and business engagements.

Public place: refers to any location accessible to the general public, including government offices, markets, parks, transport hubs, and institutions.

Sexual harassment: includes unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature in the workplace4 .

These definitions provide a foundational understanding of how the rules apply and ensure uniform interpretation and enforcement across government offices.

1 Government of India. (1964). Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964, Rule 1. Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions. 2 Ibid., Rule 2(c). 3 Ibid., Rule 2(b). 4 Government of India. (2013). Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, Sections 2

(n) & 3.