In simple words
No legal case can be filed against the Government, the Board or its people for things done in good faith under the Act.
- What this means for you
- You cannot sue officials for good faith actions under the Act.
- What this means for businesses
- Officials acting in good faith are protected from suits.
- Everyday example
- A Board officer who issues a direction in good faith cannot be sued for it.
Who it applies to
The Central Government, the Board, its Members and staff.
Related Rules
No specific rule. The text of the Act applies on its own.
Official textas notified
Source: MeitY copy of the Gazette (CG-DL-E-12082023-248045), page 17. Printed dashes are shown as colons; the wording is unchanged.
No suit, prosecution or other legal proceedings shall lie against the Central Government, the Board, its Chairperson and any Member, officer or employee thereof for anything which is done or intended to be done in good faith under the provisions of this Act or the rules made thereunder.