The Meghalaya Disclosure Act, 2010

The Meghalaya Disclosure Act, 2010

This Act establishes a disclosure framework for elected representatives and holders of public offices in Meghalaya's municipalities to declare their assets and liabilities, ensuring transparency and accountability in local self-government institutions. It applies to municipal elections and continues to apply to individuals after their terms end, facilitating corruption prevention and public trust in local governance. The Act requires officials to declare assets ranging from immovable property to movable investments, lyinnvalid statesens of 30th June 2020. Any failure to comply triggers penalties including fines and suspension, while voluntary disclosures are encouraged. For ordinary citizens, this law provides a mechanism to monitor public officials' financial interests, ensuring that local leaders act in public welfare rather than personal gain. (Section 2, Definitions)

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