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Government Servants (Efficiency and Discipline) Rules, 1973 QUESTION #1897
Question 1
Under Rule 5(1)(iii) if the Authorized Officer decides NOT to appoint an Inquiry Officer what two steps must he take?
  • Issue suspension order and hold departmental inquiry
  • Inform the accused in writing of proposed action and grounds AND give reasonable opportunity to show cause✔️
  • Refer the case to the Federal Ombudsman and await his report
  • File a reference with NAB and suspend the accused
Correct Answer Explanation
Rule 5(1)(iii)(a) and (b) require: written order informing the accused of proposed action and its grounds PLUS a reasonable opportunity to show cause against that action.