The Assam State Vigilance Commission Act, 2010
assam · 2013
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- S. 1extent and commencement
- S. 3Section 3 establishes the Assam State Vigilance Commission, its chairperson, members, and their qualifications.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the appointment process for the State Chief Vigilance Commissioner and Vigilance Commissioners, requiring a recommendation from a specific committee.
- S. 5Section 5 details the term, eligibility, and removal process for the State Chief Vigilance Commissioner and Vigilance Commissioners in Assam.
- S. 6Section 6 outlines the conditions under which the State Chief Vigilance Commissioner or any Vigilance Commissioner can be removed or suspended by the Governor.
- S. 7Section 7 allows the State Government to make rules regarding the Commission's staff and their service conditions.
- S. 10(1) The proceedings of the Commission shall be conducted at its headquarters
- S. 11Section 11 allows the Governor to temporarily assign a Vigilance Commissioner to act as the State Chief Vigilance Commissioner in case of vacancy or absence.
- S. 12Section 12 grants the Assam State Vigilance Commission powers equivalent to a civil court during investigations.
- S. 13The Assam State Vigilance Commission Act treats the Commission as a civil court for specific criminal procedure and penal code purposes.
- S. 14Section 14 mandates the Assam State Vigilance Commission to annually report its activities to the Governor and the Assembly.
- S. 16(4) A copy of the report submitted to the Governor shall be submitted to the Central Vigilance Commission
- S. 17Section 17 designates members of the Assam State Vigilance Commission as public servants under the Indian Penal Code.
- S. 18Section 18 empowers the Assam State Vigilance Commission to request reports and statements from various government entities to oversee anticorruption efforts.
- S. 19Section 19 mandates the State Government to consult the Assam State Vigilance Commission on rules or regulations for public service vigilance and discipline.
- S. 20The section allows the State Government to create rules for implementing the Act, including staff conditions and court powers.
- S. 21Section 21 allows the Assam State Vigilance Commission to make regulations with state government approval, subject to legislative review.
- S. 23Section 23 allows the State Government to resolve difficulties in implementing the Act, but only within two years, and must report to the Assam Legislative Assembly.
- S. 24Section 24 outlines the process for appointing and managing the Director of Vigilance in Assam, including eligibility and transfer restrictions.
- S. 25Section 25 exempts the Vigilance and Police Establishment from investigating corruption offenses without state government approval, except for certain high-level officials and spot arrests.
- S. 1860CHAPTER IV EXPENSES AND ANNUAL REPORT Expenses of Commission to be charged on the Consolidated Fund o f the State
- S. 1974Section 1974 of The Assam State Vigilance Commission Act, 2010 incorporates provisions from central acts of 1974 and 1988.
- S. 1988Section 1988 of the Assam State Vigilance Commission Act, 2010 oversees vigilance administration in state departments and corporations, considering central guidelines.