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Powers to transfer proceedings: The Collector may, after prior notice to the dealer, transfer any proceedings or class of proceedings under any provisions of this Act or the rules made thereunder, from himself to any other officer and he may likewise transfer any such proceedings (including proceeding already transferred under this section) from one such officer to another officer or to himself, by an order in writing. (13) 30.0fficers to be public servants: The Collector, all officers and other employees appointed under this Act shall be deemed to be public servants within the meaning of section 21 of the Indian Penal Code (XLV of 1860).