Section 54 of The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
Nothing contained in this Chapter shall apply to an institution for persons with disabilities established or maintained by the Central Government or a State Government.
Summary
- This rule explains that the registration laws do not apply to every type of center.
- Any institution for people with disabilities that is set up by the Central Government is exempt.
- Any institution that is run or maintained by a State Government also does not need to follow these specific registration rules.
- This section ensures that government-run facilities are handled differently than private ones under this chapter of the law.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Does a government school for children with disabilities need to register under Section 54 of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016?
No, Section 54 states that the registration rules in this chapter do not apply to institutions established or maintained by the Central or State Government.
2. Which institutions are exempt from registration under Section 54 of the Disability Act?
Any institution for persons with disabilities that is established or maintained by either the Central Government or a State Government is exempt under Section 54.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 54 of The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, which organization is exempt from the registration requirements of Chapter IX?
Q2.If an institution is run by the Central Government, does it have to worry about the appeal process in Section 53 of The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016?