Section 44 of The Indian Institutes of Information Technology (Public-private Partnership) Act, 2017
The Institute shall carry out such directions as may be issued to it from time to time by the Central Government for the efficient administration of this Act.
Summary
- The Central Government has the authority to issue directions to any Institute.
- The Institute is legally obligated to carry out these directions.
- These directions can be issued from time to time.
- The purpose of these directions must be for the efficient administration of the Act.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Does an Institute have the option to ignore a direction from the Central Government?
No, the Act states that the Institute shall carry out such directions, meaning it is mandatory.
2. Can the Central Government issue directions about anything?
The directions must be for the efficient administration of the Act.
3. Can a State Government issue binding directions under this specific section?
No, this specific section only grants the power to issue directions to the Central Government.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 44 of The Indian Institutes of Information Technology (Public-private Partnership) Act, 2017, what is the stated purpose for which the Central Government can issue directions to an Institute?
Q2.Under Section 44 of The Indian Institutes of Information Technology (Public-private Partnership) Act, 2017, who is granted the power to issue binding directions to an Institute for the administration of the Act?
Q3.Under Section 44 of The Indian Institutes of Information Technology (Public-private Partnership) Act, 2017, what must an Institute do when it receives a direction from the Central Government?
Q4.Under Section 44 of The Indian Institutes of Information Technology (Public-private Partnership) Act, 2017, what is the frequency with which the Central Government can issue these directions?