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What action is expected of States for a satisfactory ATR? |
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Answer» State Government to issue necessary instructions/ guidelines to correct the deficiency observed. Take appropriate administrative action against those found to be violating the provisions of the Act / Guidelines. With regard to the complaints relating to financial irregularities, generally, the following action should be taken for an acceptable ATR: For employees: i) Lodging FIR against the delinquent officer(s) in case, prima facie, a criminal intent is apparent and ii) Formal initiation of departmental enquiry and iii) Recovery of the amount found misappropriated. For Elected Representatives: i) Proceedings for disqualification/ termination / recovery initiated under the State PR Act and ii) Recovery should be ordered through a formal recovery certificate or a written order if, following a due process, recovery is due. |
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