Section 36 of The Road Transport Corporations Act, 1950
Power to order inquiries.
- (1)The State Government, with a view to satisfy itself that the powers and duties of a Corporation established by that Government are being exercised and performed properly, may, at any time, appoint any person or persons to make inquiries into all or any of the activities of the Corporation and to report to the State Government the result of such inquiries.
- (2)The Corporation shall give to the person or persons so appointed all facilities for the proper conduct of the inquiries and shall produce before, or furnish to, the person or persons any document, account or information in the possession of the Corporation which such person or persons demand for the purposes of the inquiries.
Summary
- The State Government can order a formal inquiry into any activity of the Corporation.
- These inquiries are meant to ensure the company is doing its job properly.
- The government can appoint one or more people to conduct these inquiries.
- The Corporation must help the people investigating by providing all requested documents.
- All facilities for the inquiry must be provided by the transport company.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who can perform an inquiry under Section 36 of the Road Transport Corporations Act?
The State Government can appoint any person or persons they choose to make inquiries under Section 36 of the Road Transport Corporations Act.
2. Does a transport company have to help investigators under the Road Transport Corporations Act, 1950 Section 36?
Yes, the Corporation must provide all facilities for the conduct of the inquiry and furnish any requested documents under Section 36 of the Road Transport Corporations Act.
3. What is the purpose of an inquiry under Section 36 of the Road Transport Corporations Act?
The purpose is for the State Government to satisfy itself that the powers and duties of the Corporation are being exercised and performed properly according to Section 36 of the Road Transport Corporations Act.
Test yourself
1.Under Section 36 of the Road Transport Corporations Act, 1950, what triggers the government's power to order an inquiry?
2.What kind of information must the Corporation produce for an inquiry under Section 36 of the Road Transport Corporations Act, 1950?
3.Who appoints the investigators under Section 36 of the Road Transport Corporations Act, 1950?
4.Under Section 36 of the Road Transport Corporations Act, 1950, what must the Corporation provide to the investigators?