The PUNJAB TRANSPARENCYAND ACCOUNTABILITY IN DELIVERY OF PUBLIC SERVICE ACT, 2018
punjab · 2018
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- S. 1(1) ThisAct may be called the Punjab Transparency and Accountability Short title and in Delivery of Public Service Act,
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Punjab Transparency and Accountability in Delivery of Public Service Act, 2018.
- S. 4Section mandates Designated Officers to deliver public services transparently within set times, with possible extensions during elections or calamities.
- S. 5Section mandates electronic delivery of public services within three years, with exceptions and periodic reviews.
- S. 6Section 6 mandates timely acknowledgment and processing of public service applications by Designated Officers, with detailed record-keeping.
- S. 7Section 7 mandates the integration of the Act into service conditions, reduction of documentation for public services, and periodic training for officials.
- S. 8Section 8 allows eligible persons to appeal service rejections or delays to an Appellate Authority, which can order service provision or reject the appeal with reasons.
- S. 9Section 9 grants the Appellate Authority powers similar to a civil court to enforce attendance, evidence, and document inspection in appeals.
- S. 10Section 10 imposes penalties and recommends disciplinary actions for public officials failing to provide timely services in Punjab.
- S. 13Section 13 outlines the term, oath, salary, and resignation process for the Chief Commissioner under the Punjab Transparency and Accountability Act.
- S. 14Section 14 outlines the conditions and procedures for the removal of the Chief Commissioner in Punjab for proven misbehavior or incapacity.
- S. 15(1) The Commission shall monitor the implementation ofthis Act on a regular basis
- S. 16Section 16 allows eligible persons or Designated Officers to appeal to the Commission against Appellate Authority orders, with the Commission having powers similar to a civil court to enforce evidence and impose penalties for non-compliance.
- S. 17Section 17 ensures government compliance with Commission recommendations and protects good faith actions under the Act.
- S. 19Section 19 prohibits civil courts from hearing cases that can be resolved by authorities under the Act.
- S. 20rules to carry out the purposes ofthis Act
- S. 21The section allows the government to resolve difficulties in implementing the Act, but only within two years of its commencement.
- S. 22(1) The Punjab Right to Service Act, 20l1 (Punjab Act No