Section 93 of The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Act, 2001
The Central Government may give directions to the Authority as it may think necessary in the public interest for the execution of all or any of the functions of the Authority under any provision of this Act or rules and regulations made thereunder.
Summary
- The Central Government has the power to issue binding directions to the Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Authority.
- These government directions must be deemed necessary in the public interest by the Central Government.
- The directions can cover how the Authority executes any of its duties, functions, rules, or regulations.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who has the power to issue directions to the Authority under Section 93 of The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Act, 2001?
Under Section 93 of The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Act, 2001, the Central Government has the exclusive power to give directions to the Authority.
2. What is the legal standard required for the Central Government to issue directions under Section 93 of the plant varieties protection law?
Under Section 93 of the plant varieties protection law, the Central Government may give directions to the Authority as it may think necessary in the public interest.
3. Can the Central Government give directions regarding the rules and regulations made under The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Act, 2001?
Yes, Section 93 of the plant varieties protection law allows directions for the execution of functions under any provision of the Act or the rules and regulations made thereunder.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 93 of The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Act, 2001, what must guide the Central Government when it decides to issue directions to the Authority?
Q2.Under Section 93 of The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Act, 2001, which body is required to receive and follow the directions issued by the Central Government?
Q3.Under Section 93 of The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Act, 2001, the Central Government's power to issue directions covers functions under which of the following?
Q4.Under Section 93 of The Protection of Plant Varieties and Farmers Rights Act, 2001, if the Authority disagrees with a public interest direction issued by the Central Government, what is the legal position?