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Section 44 of The Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010

The Central Government may call for such information from an operator as it may deem necessary.

Summary

The Central Government has the authority to request information from a nuclear operator.
The government can call for any information that it deems necessary.
This power is limited to calling for information specifically from an operator.

Practical examples

1On April 5, 2026, the Central Government suspects a minor cooling issue at the Alpha Nuclear Station. They send a formal request to the operator, Alpha Power Limited, to submit complete temperature logs from the past six months.

2To prepare a report on fuel usage, the Central Government contacts the operator of a research reactor on September 12, 2026, and demands a full inventory of uranium rods currently in storage.

FAQ

1. Who can the Central Government call for information from under Section 44?

The Central Government can call for information specifically from an operator of a nuclear installation.

2. What kind of information can the government ask for?

The government can call for any such information as it may deem necessary.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 44 of The Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010, from whom is the Central Government authorized to call for information?

Q2.What is the standard for the type of information the Central Government can request under Section 44 of The Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010?

Q3.Which authority is granted the power to call for information from an operator under Section 44 of The Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010?

Q4.Under Section 44 of The Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010, is there a requirement for the Central Government to obtain a court warrant before demanding information from an operator?

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