Section 54 of The Energy Conservation Act, 2001
The 1*** members, Director-General, Secretary, officers and other employees of the Bureau shall be deemed, when acting or purporting to act in pursuance of any of the provisions of this Act, to be public servants within the meaning of section 21 of the Indian Penal Code (45 of 1860).
Summary
- This provision gives specific energy officials the legal status of public servants.
- It applies to members and staff of the Appellate Tribunal, the State Commission, and the Bureau.
- The Director General and the Secretary of the Bureau are explicitly included in this status.
- They hold this status when acting or purporting to act under the provisions of the energy law.
- Their identity as public servants is defined according to section 21 of the Indian Penal Code.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What legal status do Bureau employees hold under Section 54 of The Energy Conservation Act, 2001?
Under Section 54 of The Energy Conservation Act, 2001, Bureau employees are deemed to be public servants when doing their jobs.
2. Which law defines the term public servant for Section 54 of The Energy Conservation Act, 2001?
Section 54 of The Energy Conservation Act, 2001 relies on the meaning of a public servant found in section 21 of the Indian Penal Code.
3. Does Section 54 of The Energy Conservation Act, 2001 apply to the staff of the Appellate Tribunal?
Yes, Section 54 of The Energy Conservation Act, 2001 explicitly covers the Chairperson, Members, officers, and employees of the Appellate Tribunal.
Test yourself
Q1.According to Section 54 of The Energy Conservation Act, 2001, which law defines the public servant status?
Q2.When does an official qualify as a public servant under Section 54 of The Energy Conservation Act, 2001?
Q3.Which of the following roles is NOT specifically mentioned in the heading of Section 54 of The Energy Conservation Act, 2001?
Q4.If a government official is protected from lawsuits for good faith actions under Section 50, how does Section 54 of The Energy Conservation Act, 2001 define their legal identity during those same actions?