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Rules of Business, 1973
Rule 5 β Approaching Minister
Beginner
Q
Under Rule 5(6), which officers may take the initiative in approaching a Minister in connection with official business?
ASecretary and Deputy Secretary
BSecretary, Additional Secretary or Joint Secretary
CSecretary only
DAny officer of BPS-19 and above
Correct Answer:
B. Secretary, Additional Secretary or Joint Secretary
Explanation:
Rule 5(6): only Secretary, AS or JS; AS/JS must inform the Secretary of points discussed. Head of Attached Department may also see a Minister (5(7)), with Secretary informed.