Adjudicatory jurisdiction governs inquiry, representation, penalties, compensation, civil-court powers, and allocation of higher-value damage claims. Section 46 provides for Central Government appointment of qualified adjudicating officers to inquire into contraventions attracting penalty or ... Summary
Adjudicatory jurisdiction governs inquiry, representation, penalties, compensation, civil-court powers, and allocation of higher-value damage claims.
Section 46 provides for Central Government appointment of qualified adjudicating officers to inquire into contraventions attracting penalty or compensation. Such officers have jurisdiction over damage claims up to five crore rupees, while higher claims lie before the competent court. They must provide a reasonable opportunity for representation before imposing penalties or awarding compensation. Adjudicating officers exercise specified civil-court powers, and their proceedings are treated as judicial proceedings for designated criminal, procedural and execution purposes.
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