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14. Procedure in respect of complaints etc. under Section 13.- The procedure prescribed by these regulations in respect of complaints under section 14(1) of the Act shal1 apply, as far as may be, to complaints or representations received by the Council with regard to any subject falling within the provisions of Section 13.

Provided that a person making such a complaint shall make the complaint in duplicate with sufficient copies for the respondents listed and shall:-

(a) Give complete particulars of the respondent(s) viz Name, Designation and complete address.

(b) State how the action/inaction of the respondent authorities amounts to curtailment of the freedom of the press. Mention the possible reason for the action/inaction of the respondent(s)/authorities duly supported by documentary evidence.-

In case the action of the respondent(s)/authorities is a reprisal measure for writings in the newspaper, critical of the respondent's), the cuttings of such reports be furnished in original or as self attested copies. (English translation, if the news item(s) is in vernacular.

(c) Draw the attention of the respondent(s)/authorities towards the grievance and furnish a copy of the letter written to the respondent(s)/authorities.–

Furnish a copy of the reply, if any, received from the respondent(s)/authorities.

Provided that the Chairman may waive this requirement in his discretion.

(d Place before the Council all relevant facts along with the supporting documents.

(e) (i) Time for filing complaint: 4 months from the date of cause of action.

(ii) Provided that the Chairman may condone the delay If he is satisfied that there exist sufficient reasons for such condonation.

(f) Make and subscribe to the declaration prescribed in Regulation 3(2) supra.

Further provided that on receipt of such complaint, complete in all respects, under the direction of the Chairman, a copy thereof shall be sent to the authority against whom the complaint has been made along with a notice for statement in reply as to why the matter does not warrant observation under Section 15(4) of the Act. That the procedure specified in Regulation 7-12 above shall thereafter be adopted.

 

 

 

 

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