Section 24B of The Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951 in hindi
- (1)Whoever aggrieved by the order, passed by the adjudicating officer under section 24A, may prefer an appeal to an officer not below the rank of Joint Secretary to the Government of India, to be an appellate authority, within thirty days from the date of receipt of order, in such form and manner as may be prescribed.
- (2)An appeal may be admitted after the expiry of the period of thirty days if the appellant satisfies the appellate authority that he had sufficient cause for not preferring the appeal within that period.
- (3)The appellate authority may, after giving the parties to the appeal an opportunity of being heard, pass such order as he may think fit.
- (4)An appeal under sub-section (1) shall be disposed of within sixty days from the date of filing.
Summary
- Anyone who is unhappy with a fine decided by an adjudicating officer has the right to file an appeal.
- The appeal is heard by a high ranking official, specifically one not below the rank of Joint Secretary to the Government of India.
- A person usually has thirty days from the day they receive the order to submit their appeal.
- If a person has a very good reason for missing the deadline, the official can still accept the appeal after thirty days.
- The official must give all parties a chance to be heard and then pass a final order.
- The law requires that these appeals be finished within sixty days from the date they were filed.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Where do I file an appeal against an industrial fine under the Industries Act, 1951, Section 24B?
Under Section 24B of the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951, you appeal to an officer not below the rank of Joint Secretary to the Government of India.
2. How much time do I have to appeal a penalty under Section 24B of the Industries Act, 1951?
You must file the appeal within thirty days from the date you receive the order, as per Section 24B of the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951.
3. How long does the appeal process take under Section 24B of the Industries Act, 1951?
An appeal must be disposed of, or finished, within sixty days from the date it was filed under Section 24B of the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951.
4. Can I appeal if I miss the 30 day deadline under Section 24B of the Industries Act, 1951?
Yes, if you satisfy the authority that you had sufficient cause for being late, the appeal can be admitted under Section 24B of the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 24B of the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951, what is the minimum rank for an appellate official?
Q2.What is the standard time limit to file an appeal under Section 24B of the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951?
Q3.Within how many days must an appeal be resolved under Section 24B of the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951?
Q4.Under Section 24B of the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951, whose orders are being challenged in an appeal?