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Section 16 of The Assam Rifles Act, 2006

Any officer who deems himself wronged by his Commandant or any superior officer and who on due application made to his Commandant or such superior officer does not receive the redress to which he considers himself entitled, may complain to the Central Government in such manner as may, from time to time, be specified by the Director-General.

Summary

This provision provides a clear grievance process specifically for an aggrieved officer.
An officer who feels wronged by their Commandant or superior officer must first make a due application to them for redress.
If the officer does not receive the redress they believe they are entitled to, they may escalate the issue.
The escalation involves complaining directly to the Central Government.
The manner for submitting this complaint to the Central Government is specified by the Director-General.

Practical examples

1On 10 January 2027, an Assistant Commandant believes he was wrongly denied a field assignment by his Commandant. After asking his Commandant for redress and being ignored, he files a formal complaint to the Central Government.

2An officer claims his superior used threatening language towards him. When his due application to the superior brings no apology, he uses the Director-General's specified form to alert the Central Government.

FAQ

1. Under Section 16 of the Assam Rifles Act, 2006, what is the first step an officer must take if they feel wronged?

Under Section 16 of the Assam Rifles Act, 2006, an aggrieved officer must first make a due application to their Commandant or superior officer who committed the wrong.

2. Who can an officer appeal to under Section 16 of the 2006 Act if their superior ignores their complaint?

According to Section 16 of the Assam Rifles Act, 2006, if an officer does not receive redress from their superior, they may complain to the Central Government.

3. Does Section 16 of the military law dictate a specific format for complaining to the government?

Yes, Section 16 of the Assam Rifles Act, 2006 requires the complaint to the Central Government to be made in a manner specified by the Director-General.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 16 of The Assam Rifles Act, 2006, who is permitted to use this specific grievance channel?

Q2.According to Section 16 of the 2006 Act, what must happen before an officer can complain to the Central Government?

Q3.Based on Section 16 of The Assam Rifles Act, 2006, who determines the manner in which the final complaint is submitted to the Central Government?

Q4.Comparing Section 15 and Section 16 of The Assam Rifles Act, 2006, how does the final appeal authority differ?

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