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Original Rule Text

F.R. 47. Subject to the provisions of the rules made by the President under Rule 46-A, the Central Government may make rules prescribing the conditions and limits subject to which authorities subordinate to it may sanction the grant or acceptance of honoraria, and the acceptance of fees other than the acceptance of fees by Medical Officers in civil employ for professional attendance.

What This Means

Fundamental Rule 47 (FR 47) essentially gives the Central Government the power to set rules about how government employees can receive extra payments like honoraria (payments for special work) and fees. It doesn't cover fees earned by medical officers for their professional medical services. Think of it as a framework that allows the government to control and regulate these additional income streams for its employees, ensuring transparency and preventing conflicts of interest. The rules made under FR 47 are subject to the broader guidelines established by the President under FR 46-A.

This explanation was generated with AI assistance for educational purposes. Always refer to the official gazette notification for authoritative text.

Key Points

  • •FR 47 empowers the Central Government to create rules regarding honoraria and fees for its employees.
  • •These rules define the conditions and limits under which subordinate authorities can approve honoraria or fee acceptance.
  • •The rule excludes fees earned by medical officers for their professional medical services.
  • •The rules are subordinate to the provisions made by the President under FR 46-A.
  • •The goal is to regulate additional income streams for government employees, promoting transparency.

Practical Example

Mr. Sharma, a Section Officer in the Ministry of Finance, is asked to conduct a training session for newly recruited officers outside his regular working hours. The department wants to pay him an honorarium of ₹5,000 for his extra work. Before approving this payment, the Under Secretary, Ms. Verma, needs to check the rules framed by the Central Government under FR 47. These rules will specify the maximum amount of honorarium that can be sanctioned for such training sessions and the procedure for obtaining approval. If the proposed honorarium exceeds the limit or doesn't meet the specified conditions, Ms. Verma cannot approve it.

This explanation was generated with AI assistance for educational purposes. Always refer to the official gazette notification for authoritative text.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an honorarium?▼
An honorarium is a payment made for professional services that are rendered nominally without charge. It's often given for special lectures, training sessions, or other extra work.
Does FR 47 apply to all government employees?▼
Yes, FR 47 applies to all central government employees, except for the specific exclusion of fees earned by medical officers for their professional medical services.
Who sets the rules under FR 47?▼
The Central Government sets the rules under FR 47, prescribing the conditions and limits for granting or accepting honoraria and fees.
What happens if a subordinate authority violates the rules made under FR 47?▼
Violations of the rules made under FR 47 can lead to disciplinary action against the concerned employee or authority, as per the applicable service rules.
Where can I find the specific rules framed under FR 47?▼
The specific rules framed under FR 47 are usually available in the relevant departmental manuals, office orders, or circulars issued by the Central Government.

This explanation was generated with AI assistance for educational purposes. Always refer to the official gazette notification for authoritative text.

Test Your Knowledge

Question 1 of 3

According to Fundamental Rule 47, which entity is empowered to make rules prescribing the conditions and limits for granting or accepting honoraria for government employees?

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