Minor penalty proceedings require written notice, opportunity for defence, and consideration of the employee's response before orders.

Minor penalty proceedings require written communication to the employee of the alleged lapses and an opportunity to submit a written defence. The defence must be filed within the specified period, which cannot exceed 15 days unless the Competent Authority grants an extension, and must be considered before orders are passed. Where an inquiry is considered necessary, the procedure applicable to major penalties must be followed.

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