Section 18 of The Inland Waterways Authority of India Act, 1985 in hindi
The Central Government may, after due appropriation made by Parliament by law in this behalf, make to the Authority grants and loans of such sums of money as that Government may consider necessary.
Summary
- The Central Government can give financial grants to the Authority.
- The Central Government can also provide loans to the Authority.
- Parliament must first approve the money by passing a law (due appropriation).
- The Central Government decides the specific sums of money it considers necessary to provide.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Can the Central Government give money to the Authority at any time without asking anyone?
No, Parliament must first make an appropriation by law.
2. Does the money provided have to be paid back?
The government can provide grants (which usually aren't paid back) or loans (which are), depending on what it decides is necessary.
3. Who decides exactly how much money the Authority will receive?
The Central Government makes grants and loans of such sums of money as it considers necessary.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 18 of The Inland Waterways Authority of India Act, 1985, what must happen before the Central Government can make grants and loans to the Authority?
Q2.According to Section 18 of The Inland Waterways Authority of India Act, 1985, who determines the specific sums of money that are necessary for the grants and loans?
Q3.Section 18 of The Inland Waterways Authority of India Act, 1985 allows the Central Government to provide money to the Authority in which specific forms?
Q4.Under Section 18 of The Inland Waterways Authority of India Act, 1985, if the Authority urgently needs funds, can the Central Government bypass Parliament to provide a loan?