Ministry : Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (Not Applicable)
Part II-Section 3-Sub-Section (i)
Subject : Extra Ordinary
The Gazette of India: Extraordinary
Gazette Title
The Gazette of India: Extraordinary
Gazette Number
8015 GI/2024
Publication Date
December 10, 2024
Issuing Authority
Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
Summary
- The rules for the Collection of Statistics Act, 2008 have been updated and published.
- The new rules are called the Collection of Statistics Rules, 2024.
- These rules come into force on the date of their publication in the Official Gazette.
- Definitions of key terms related to the collection of statistics are provided.
- Responsibilities and powers of nodal officers and statistics officers are outlined.
- Guidelines for the collection of statistics, including consultation requirements to avoid duplication, are specified.
- Provisions for the appointment and registration of statistics officers, adjudicating officers, and appellate authorities are included.
- Details on the process for handling contraventions of the Act and penalties are described.
