The Telangana Civil Services (Disciplinary Proceedings Tribunal) Act, 1960
The Telangana Civil Services (Disciplinary Proceedings Tribunal) Act, 1960
The Telangana Civil Services (Disciplinary Proceedings Tribunal) Act, 1960 establishes a specialized tribunal to investigate allegations of misconduct against state public servants in Telangana. It authorizes the state government to constitute a tribunal composed of judicial officers of District Judge rank to conduct formal inquiries into cases referred to it. The tribunal holds civil court powers to summon witnesses, examine evidence, and compel document production, usually holding proceedings privately. After completing an inquiry, the tribunal submits its findings to the state government, which makes final decisions regarding disciplinary actions. This law ensures fair, structured, and independent oversight of civil servant conduct.
- 1. Short title and commencement.
- 2. Definitions.
- 3. Constitution and composition of Tribunal.
- 4. Cases to be referred to Tribunal.
- 4A. Government’s power to withdraw cases.
- 5. Power of the Tribunal to summon and examine witnesses to direct production of documents and to appoint an assessor.
- 6. Procedure of Tribunal.
- 7. Tribunal to report to Government.
- 8. Orders of the Government.
- 9. Protection of action taken under this Act.
- 10. Power to make rules.
- 11. Repeals and savings.
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