Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
The Salaries and Allowances of Officers of Parliament Act, 1953, was enacted to provide for the salaries and allowances of certain officers of the Parliament of India. This act establishes the financial framework for the key presiding officers of both Houses of Parliament. The Act does not specify a particular ministry; however, it falls under the administrative purview of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs in India.
Enactment Date, Number of Chapters, Number of Sections:
The Salaries and Allowances of Officers of Parliament Act, 1953, was enacted on May 16, 1953. The Act is structured into 11 sections. These sections cover various aspects of the salaries, allowances, and other benefits for the officers of Parliament.
Act Governed By:
The Act is primarily governed by the provisions outlined within its sections. It specifies the salaries, allowances, residence, medical facilities, and other benefits for the Chairman and Deputy Chairman of the Council of States (Rajya Sabha) and the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of the House of the People (Lok Sabha). The Act is also supplemented by rules framed by the Central Government.
On Whom It Is Applicable:
The Salaries and Allowances of Officers of Parliament Act, 1953, is applicable to the following officers of Parliament:
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The Chairman of the Council of States (Rajya Sabha)
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The Deputy Chairman of the Council of States (Rajya Sabha)
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The Speaker of the House of the People (Lok Sabha)
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The Deputy Speaker of the House of the People (Lok Sabha)
Penalties/Punishments:
The Act does not specify any penalties or punishments for non-compliance. However, it does outline the conditions under which officers of Parliament are entitled to receive the specified salaries, allowances, and benefits.
Important Pointers:
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The Act specifies the monthly salary for the Chairman of the Council of States.
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It provides for salaries and daily allowances for other officers of Parliament at rates similar to those of Members of Parliament.
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Officers of Parliament are entitled to rent-free furnished residences.
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The Act outlines provisions for medical facilities and family pensions for officers of Parliament.
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It allows for advances for the purchase of motor cars for officers of Parliament.
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Officers of Parliament are not entitled to receive salaries or allowances as Members of Parliament.
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The Act provides for the publication of notifications regarding the appointment of officers of Parliament in the Official Gazette.
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It also provides for exemption from income tax on certain allowances and perquisites.
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The Central Government is empowered to make rules for carrying out the purposes of the Act.
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The Act ensures that the key presiding officers of Parliament receive adequate financial provisions for their services.
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