Date: 2016-07-18Category: Extra OrdinaryState: Union GovernmentCountry: India
In exercise of the powers conferred by clause 3 of article 77 of the Constitution the President hereby makes the following rules further to amend the Government
Executive Summary:
This document is a notification amending the Government of India Allocation of Business Rules, 1961. It reallocates responsibilities related to communications, electronics, and information technology by creating a separate Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. The amendment, titled the "Government of India Allocation of Business Three Hundred and Twenty Seventh Amendment Rules, 2016," came into force immediately on July 16, 2016.
Key Points / Main Content:
Ministry Reorganization:
* The "Ministry of Communications and Information Technology" is renamed the "Ministry of Communications."
* A new "Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology" is created.
Allocation of Responsibilities:
* The Department of Telecommunications and the Department of Posts fall under the Ministry of Communications.
* The Department of Electronics and Information Technology is omitted from the Ministry of Communications.
* The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology assumes responsibility for:
* Policy matters relating to information technology, electronics, and the internet (excluding ISP licensing).
* Promotion of internet, IT, and IT-enabled services.
* Assistance in promoting E-Governance, E-Commerce, E-Medicine, and E-Infrastructure.
* Promotion of IT education.
* Cyber Laws and administration of the Information Technology Act, 2000.
* Promotion and manufacturing of Semiconductor Devices (excluding Semiconductor Complex Limited SCL, Mohali).
* Interaction with international IT-related agencies.
* Initiatives on bridging the Digital Divide, including Media Lab Asia.
* Promotion of IT Standardization, Testing, and Quality.
* Electronics Export and Computer Software Promotion Council ESC.
* National Informatics Centre NIC.
* Development of Hardware/Software industry and IT export promotion.
* Personnel matters under the Ministry's control.
* Unique Identification Authority of India UIDAI.
Impact Analysis:
Government of India:
Impact: Reorganization of ministerial responsibilities and workflows related to communications, electronics, and information technology.
Action Required: Implement the changes in departmental structure and operational procedures.
Ministry of Communications:
Impact: Reduced scope of responsibilities, focusing primarily on telecommunications and postal services.
Action Required: Transfer responsibilities related to electronics and IT to the newly formed ministry.
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology:
Impact: Expanded scope of responsibilities, becoming the central authority for IT, electronics, and internet-related matters.
Action Required: Assume responsibilities outlined in the notification and establish operational infrastructure.
Various Government Departments:
Impact: Changes in which Ministry to liaise with for various IT related matters.
Action Required: Update contact points and realign communication channels according to the new allocation of business.
IT and Electronics Industry:
Impact: A dedicated ministry focused on the promotion and development of the sector.
Action Required: Engage with the new ministry to align with policy initiatives and explore collaboration opportunities.
Key Entities Referenced
Government of India Allocation of Business Rules, 1961: A set of rules governing the allocation of government business in India, which is being amended by this notification.
Ministry of Communications: A ministry of the Government of India, formerly known as the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology.
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology: A ministry of the Government of India, newly created/modified as per this notification.
Department of Telecommunications: A department under the Ministry of Communications.
Department of Posts: A department under the Ministry of Communications.
Ministry of Earth Sciences: A ministry of the Government of India.
Information Technology Act, 2000: An Act of the Indian Parliament dealing with cyber law and related matters.
New Delhi: The capital of India, and the location of the Cabinet Secretariat issuing the notification.
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NOTIFICATION
New Delhi, the 16th July, 2016
S.O. 2449(E).—In exercise of the powers conferred by clause (3) of article 77 of the Constitution, the President
hereby makes the following rules further to amend the Government of India (Allocation of Business) Rules, 1961,
namely:-
1. (1) These rules may be called the Government of India (Allocation of Business) Three Hundred and Twenty
Seventh Amendment Rules, 2016.
(2) They shall come into force at once.
2. In the Government of India (Allocation of Business) Rules, 1961,-
(1) in THE FIRST SCHEDULE,-
(a) for the heading “7.Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (Sanchar aur Soochana
Praudyogiki Mantralaya)” and sub-headings thereto, the following heading and sub-headings shall be substituted,
namely:-
“7. Ministry of Communications (Sanchar Mantralaya)
(i) Department of Telecommunications (Doorsanchar Vibhag)
(ii) Department of Posts (Dak Vibhag)”;
(b) after the heading “10. Ministry of Earth Sciences (Prithvi Vigyan Mantralaya)”, the following heading
shall be inserted, namely:-
“10A. Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (Electroniki aur
Soochana Praudyogiki Mantralaya)”;
(2) in THE SECOND SCHEDULE,-
(i) for the heading “MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(SANCHAR AUR SOOCHANA PRAUDYOGIKI MANTRALAYA)” the following heading shall be
substituted, namely,-
“MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS (SANCHAR MANTRALAYA)”;
(ii) under the heading “MINISTRY OF COMMUNICATIONS (SANCHAR MANTRALAYA)” the sub-
heading “DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRONICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
(ELECTRONIKI AUR SOOCHANA PRAUDYOGIKI VIBHAG)" and entries thereunder shall be
omitted;
(iii) after the heading “MINISTRY OF EARTH SCIENCES (PRITHVI VIGYAN MANTRALAYA)” and
entries relating thereto, the following heading and entries shall be inserted, namely,-
“MINISTRY OF ELECTRONICS AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY (ELECTRONIKI AUR
SOOCHANA PRAUDYOGIKI MANTRALAYA)
1. Policy matters relating to information technology; Electronics; and Internet (all matters other
than licensing of Internet Service Provider).4 THE GAZETTE OF INDIA : EXTRAORDINARY [PART II —SEC. 3(ii)]
2. Promotion of internet, IT and IT enabled services.
3. Assistance to other departments in the promotion of E-Governance, E- Commerce, E- Medicine,
E- Infrastructure, etc.
4. Promotion of Information Technology education and Information Technology-based education.
5. Matters relating to Cyber Laws, administration of the Information Technology Act, 2000 (21 of
2000) and other IT related laws.
6. Matters relating to promotion and manufacturing of Semiconductor Devices in the country
excluding all matters relating to Semiconductor Complex Limited (SCL), Mohali.
7. Interaction in IT related matters with international agencies and bodies e. g. Internet for Business
Limited (IFB), Institute for Education in Information Society (IBI) and International Code Council – on
line (ICC).
8. Initiative on bridging the Digital Divide: Matters relating to Media Lab Asia.
9. Promotion of Standardization, Testing and Quality in IT and standardization of procedure for IT
application and Tasks.
10. Electronics Export and Computer Software Promotion Council (ESC).
11. National Informatics Centre (NIC).
12. Initiatives for development of Hardware/Software industry including knowledge–based
enterprises, measures for promoting IT exports and competitiveness of the industry.
13. All matters relating to personnel under the control of the Ministry.
14. Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI).”.
PRANAB MUKHERJEE
President
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[F. No. 1/21/16/2016-Cab.]
DEEPTI UMASHANKAR, Jt. Secy.
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