MISCELLANEOUSCentral
Section 18 of The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024
- (1)If any difficulty arises in giving effect to the provisions of this Act, the Central Government may, by order, published in the Official Gazette, make such provisions within three years, not inconsistent with the provisions of this Act, as appear to it to be necessary for removal of difficulty.
- (2)Every order made under this section shall be laid, as soon as may be after it is made, before each House of Parliament.
Summary
- The Central Government can issue orders to solve problems in implementing the Act.
- These orders must be published in the Official Gazette.
- Any order made to remove a difficulty must be consistent with the Act's existing provisions.
- This power is temporary and expires three years after the Act begins.
- Every order made under this section must be presented to both Houses of Parliament.
Practical examples
1In late 2025, the government realizes the Act doesn't clearly explain how to handle a specific new type of digital ID. They issue a "Removal of Difficulties" order in the Gazette to clarify the procedure.
2The government tries to issue an order in 2028 to fix a process. This is not allowed because it is more than three years since the Act was enacted.
FAQ
1. Is there a time limit on this power?
Yes, the government can only make these orders within three years of the Act coming into force.
2. Does Parliament see these orders?
Yes, every order must be laid before each House of Parliament.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 18 of The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, what is the time limit for the Central Government to make an order to remove difficulties?
Q2.According to Section 18 of The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024, any order made must be:
Q3.What must happen after an order is made under Section 18 of The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024?
Q4.If a "difficulty" involves the rules made under Section 16, how does Section 18 of The Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024 help?