Section 16, Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951 [S1B-84X]
As at 7 September 2026. In force from 23 August 1951.
16. Power to issue directions.—(1) The Comptroller and Auditor-General may, by order in writing, direct any procuring entity to take such measures in relation to the procurement of goods and services as may be specified in the order, and such person shall comply with the direction within the period specified therein. (2) An order under sub-section (1) shall state the reasons on which it is made and shall be served on the person to whom it is addressed in such manner as may be prescribed.
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procurement: Section 2, Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951 [S1B7P5] (In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—): "procurement" means the acquisition by purchase, lease, licence or otherwise of goods, works or services
procurement: 19 more definitions.
procuring entity: Section 2, Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951 [S1B7P5] (In this Act, unless the context otherwise requires,—): "procuring entity" means a Ministry or Department of the Central Government or a body owned or controlled by the Central Government
procuring entity: 16 more definitions.
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