The Meghalaya State Finance Commission Act, 2012
The Meghalaya State Finance Commission Act, 2012
The Meghalaya State Finance Commission Act, 2012 establishes a dedicated commission to review and improve the financial position of local governance bodies in the state, including traditional institutions, municipalities, and autonomous district councils. Applying to these local authorities and the state government, the law outlines rules for the commission's structure, powers, and member qualifications. This legislation matters because it secures the financial health of grassroots communities by determining how state taxes, duties, and grants are shared. Ultimately, it ensures that these local bodies possess adequate financial resources to fund crucial public services and carry out all their daily administrative duties.
- 1. Short title extent and commencement
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Constitution of a State Finance Commission.
- 4. The Composition and qualifications for appointment as, and the manner of . selection of, members of the Commission.
- 5. Personal interest to disqualify members.
- 6. Disqualifications for being a member of the Commission.
- 7. Conditions of service and salaries and allowances of members.
- 8. Conditions of service and salaries and allowances of members.
- 9. Procedures and powers of the Commission.
- 10. Power to make rules
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