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Punjab State Commission for Minorities Act, 2012

Punjab State Commission for Minorities Act, 2012

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This Act establishes the Punjab State Commission for Minorities to protect the rights and interests of minority communities in the state. It applies to groups officially recognized as minorities by the Punjab government. The Commission is responsible for monitoring the social and economic conditions of these communities, investigating complaints of discrimination, and advising the government on policies to ensure their welfare. By providing a formal platform for redressal and advocacy, the law aims to promote social harmony and safeguard the constitutional rights of these communities effectively.

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  1. 1. Short title and commencement
  2. 2. Definitions
  3. 3. Constitution of the Commission
  4. 4. Headquarters of the Commission
  5. 5. Term of office of Chairperson, Senior Vice-Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Members
  6. 6. Resignation and removal of Chairperson or Senior Vice-Chairperson or Vice-Chairperson or Member.
  7. 7. Salary and allowances of Chairperson, Senior Vice-Chairperson, Vice-Chairperson and Members
  8. 8. Secretary of the Commission.
  9. 9. Staff of the Commission.
  10. 10. Salaries and allowances to be paid out of grants.
  11. 11. Procedure to be regulated by the Commission.
  12. 12. Vacancies, etc. not to invalidate proceedings of the Commission.
  13. 13. Meeting of the Commission.
  14. 14. Functions of the Commission.
  15. 15. Powers of the Commission.
  16. 16. Budget of Commission and grants by the Government.
  17. 17. Accounts and Audit.
  18. 18. Annual report.
  19. 19. Annual report and audit report to be laid before the State Legislature.
  20. 20. Special report.
  21. 21. Right to be heard.
  22. 22. Power to utilize services of agencies.
  23. 23. Protection for statement made to the Commission.
  24. 24. Chairperson, Senior Vice-Chairperson, Vice Chairperson Members and staff of Commission to be public servant.
  25. 25. Protection of action taken in good faith.
  26. 26. Establishment of Library and Cell.
  27. 27. Power to make rules.
  28. 28. Power to remove difficulties.
  29. 29. Repeal and savings.

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