Section 85 of The Manipur Panchayati Raj Act, 1994 — Inspection of Development Schemes

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(1)For the purpose of efficient and economical execution of any works or development schemes undertaken by a Gram Panchayat or Zilla Parishad an officer or person authorised by general or special order of the Government, if he considers it necessary to give technical guidance or assistance to any officer of or under the Gram Panchayat or Zilla Parishad who is charged with the execution or maintenance of any such work or development scheme, then the officer or person so authorised may periodically inspect such works or development schemes to give such guidance, assistance or advise as he thinks necessary in relation to such works or development schemes and shall forward to the Gram Panchayat or Zilla Parishad a report on the inspection made pointing out therein any irregularities noticed, and suggestions for improvement.
(2)In implementation of the plans or schemes all the rules applicable to Government Departments such as for purchase, tender, quality control, technical sanctions, accounts and audit and supervision shall mutatis mutandis be applicable in case of a Panchayat.

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Summary

The Government can authorize officers to inspect development schemes to ensure they are done efficiently.
Authorized inspectors can provide technical guidance or advice to local Panchayat staff.
After an inspection, the officer must send a report to the Panchayat.
This report should point out any mistakes found and suggest ways to improve.
Standard Government rules for buying goods and using tenders apply to all Panchayats.
Rules for technical approvals and audit supervision are also the same as in Government departments.

Practical examples

1An engineer from the Rural Development department visits a village to check on a new irrigation tank. He notices the walls are too thin and gives the Panchayat secretary technical advice on how to reinforce them. He later sends a formal report outlining these steps.

2A Gram Panchayat wants to buy ten computers. Under Section 85, they cannot just buy them from a friend. They must follow the same tender and bidding rules that a state government department would use to ensure the process is fair and transparent.

FAQ

1. Can an inspector give advice during a project under Section 85 of the Manipur Panchayati Raj Act, 1994?

Yes, Section 85 of the Manipur Panchayati Raj Act, 1994, allows an authorized person to give technical guidance or assistance to officers charged with executing a work or scheme.

2. What must a report contain after an inspection under Section 85 of the Manipur Panchayati Raj Act, 1994?

Under Section 85 of the Manipur Panchayati Raj Act, 1994, the report must point out any irregularities noticed and provide suggestions for improvement.

3. Do Panchayats have their own rules for tenders under Section 85 of the Manipur Panchayati Raj Act, 1994?

No, Section 85 of the Manipur Panchayati Raj Act, 1994, says that all rules applicable to Government Departments for purchase and tenders shall also apply to a Panchayat.

Practice Quiz

Q1.Under Section 85 of The Manipur Panchayati Raj Act, 1994, who receives the inspection report after a development scheme is checked?

Q2.Which set of rules must a Panchayat follow for purchasing equipment under Section 85 of The Manipur Panchayati Raj Act, 1994?

Q3.What is the main purpose of inspections under Section 85 of The Manipur Panchayati Raj Act, 1994?

Q4.Under Section 85 of The Manipur Panchayati Raj Act, 1994, an authorized officer can provide "technical guidance" to which person?

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