GST Jamku AILaying of rules, regulations and notifications.
Section 166
Every rule made by the Government, every regulation made by the Board and every notification issued by the Government under this Act, shall be laid, as soon as may be after it is made or issued, before each House of Parliament, while it is in session, for a total period of thirty days which may be comprised in one session or in two or more successive sessions, and if, before the expiry of the session immediately following the session or the successive sessions aforesaid, both Houses agree in making any modification in the rule or regulation or in the notification, as the case may be, or both Houses agree that the rule or regulation or the notification should not be made, the rule or regulation or notification, as the case may be, shall thereafter have effect only in such modified form or be of no effect, as the case may be; so, however, that any such modification or annulment shall be without prejudice to the validity of anything previously done under that rule or regulation or notification, as the case may be.
These rules, regulations, and notifications must be presented before each House of Parliament soon after their creation or issuance. This presentation occurs while the Parliament is in session, spanning a total period of thirty days. This period may be in one session or across two or more successive sessions.
Parliamentary Review Process
During this time frame, if both Houses of Parliament agree to make modifications to the rule, regulation, or notification, or if they jointly decide against its creation, certain actions will be taken. The approved modifications will then shape the rule, regulation, or notification going forward. Conversely, if both Houses agree that the rule, regulation, or notification should not be implemented, it becomes null and void.
Impact on Previous Actions
Importantly, any modification or annulment does not undermine the validity of activities conducted under the initial rule, regulation, or notification. This ensures that actions taken before the parliamentary decision remain valid despite any subsequent changes or cancellations.
By following this process, the Act ensures a thorough review and approval mechanism for rules, regulations, and notifications, aligning with democratic principles and parliamentary oversight.
Ensuring Parliamentary Oversight
The Act establishes a robust system that involves both Houses of Parliament in the approval or modification of rules, regulations, and notifications. This approach guarantees transparency, accountability, and adherence to democratic principles in the implementation of these legislative instruments.