Ammendment in Supplementary rule 12

## Policy Analysis Report: Supplementary Amendment Rules, 2021 **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes the "Supplementary Amendment Rules, 2021" based on the provided Government of India Gazette notification. This amendment modifies the existing Supplementary Rules concerning the handling of fees received by Government servants. The core change involves adjusting the amount of fees a government servant can retain before a portion must be credited to the Consolidated Fund of India. Specifically, the amendment changes supplementary rule 12, stipulating that one-third of any fees exceeding Rs. 5000 paid to a Government servant in a financial year must be credited to the Consolidated Fund of India, unless otherwise directed by the President. This report details the amendment, its likely rationale, and its potential impact. **2. Introduction:** This report aims to provide an informative overview of the "Supplementary Amendment Rules, 2021" based solely on the official Gazette notification provided. It analyzes the specific changes introduced by the amendment and their potential implications. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Type:** Amendment * **Original Policy:** Supplementary Rules (as referenced in the notification). * **Core Objective(s) (Inferred):** The core objective, inferring from the text, is to regulate the handling of fees earned by government servants, specifically the portion to be deposited into the Consolidated Fund of India. The objective appears to be refining the existing policy on fee retention. **4. Background and Rationale:** As this is an amendment, the rationale focuses on *why* this specific change was made. The original Supplementary Rules likely had a different threshold or rule regarding fee distribution. This amendment suggests a need to adjust the financial guidelines for fees earned by government servants. The change from an unknown previous rule to the new rule capping retained fees at Rs. 5000 before requiring a portion to be credited to the Consolidated Fund, implies a desire to increase revenue to the Consolidated Fund from fees earned by government employees. There could have been issues around fairness, transparency, or revenue generation that this amendment addresses. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This section details the changes introduced by the amendment. * **Specific Part of Original Policy Changed:** Supplementary Rule 12. * **New Rule/Provision:** "S.R. 12. unless the President by special order otherwise directs, one third of any fees in excess of Rs.5000 paid to a Government servant in a financial year shall be credited to the Consolidated Fund of India." * **Difference/Effect of Change:** Previously, the rule regarding fees may have been different, allowing for higher retention by the government servant or a different fraction to be credited. This amendment sets a clear threshold of Rs. 5000. Any fees exceeding this amount are subject to the one-third remittance rule. The effect of this change is likely to increase the amount of fees contributed to the Consolidated Fund of India by government servants earning fees exceeding Rs. 5000 annually. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** Based on the provided text, the primary target audience and stakeholders are: * Government servants who receive fees in addition to their regular salary. * The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (due to the requirement for consultation). * The Department of Personnel and Training (as the issuing authority). * The President of India (ultimate authority via Article 309 and 148 of the Constitution) * Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions * Indian Audit and Accounts Department * Consolidated Fund of India **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Department of Personnel and Training is responsible for issuing the notification. The Comptroller and Auditor General of India was consulted, suggesting an oversight role. Individual departments employing government servants earning fees will be responsible for implementing the rule. * **Timelines/Procedures:** The amendment came into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette (November 15, 2021). Procedures for calculating and remitting the one-third of excess fees would need to be established by the relevant departments. * **Implementation Specific to Changes:** Departments must now track fees earned by their employees and ensure compliance with the new Rs. 5000 threshold and one-third remittance rule. Existing accounting and reporting systems might need adjustment. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome of this amendment is to increase the revenue accruing to the Consolidated Fund of India from fees earned by government servants. This change may also promote greater transparency and standardization in the handling of government servant fees. The change might lead to some level of opposition from employees earning fees, particularly those who previously retained a larger portion. **9. Conclusion:** The "Supplementary Amendment Rules, 2021" represent a refinement of existing regulations concerning fees earned by government servants. By establishing a clear threshold and remittance rule, the amendment is likely intended to increase revenue to the Consolidated Fund of India and improve the financial management of government fees. While the provided text offers a limited view, the amendment is a significant adjustment impacting government employees who receive fees, and government departments who manage such employees.

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