Section 16
Section 16 of Compensatory Afforestation Act, 2016. The monitoring group shall- (i) evolve independent system for concurrent monitoring and evaluation of the works implemented in the States and Union territories utilising the funds released by the National Authority and State Authorities to ensure effective and proper utilisation of funds by utilisin
(1) The monitoring group shall- (i) evolve independent system for concurrent monitoring and evaluation of the works implemented in the States and Union territories utilising the funds released by the National Authority and State Authorities to ensure effective and proper utilisation of funds by utilising the services of the regional offices, of the Central Government in the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change:
Provided that the Central Government may also undertake third party monitoring and evaluation of the works implemented in the States and Union territories utilising the funds released by the National Authority and State Authorities through individual and institutional experts including remote sensing agencies;
(ii) inspect and undertake financial audit of works executed by utilising the funds released by the National Authority and State Authorities in the State and Union territories;
(iii) devise measures for transparency and accountability.
(2) The monitoring group shall meet at least once in three months.
Section 16, Compensatory Afforestation Act, 2016 (Act 38 of 2016).
Questions about Section 16
How do I find court cases under Section 16 of the Compensatory Afforestation Act?
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When was the Compensatory Afforestation Act enacted?
Compensatory Afforestation Act was enacted in 2016 as Act 38 of 2016. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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