Gujarat District Village Encouragement Fund Rules, 1997

Section 1

1. Title and Commencement This section provides the name of the rules and specifies when they come into effect

Section 2

2. Definitions Key terms used throughout the rules are defined here to ensure clarity. This may include definitions for "Fund," "Incentive Grant," "Eligible Village," etc.

Section 3

3. Establishment of the Fund Details about the creation of the Gujarat District Village Encouragement Fund, including its objectives and purpose

Section 4

4. Eligibility Criteria Specifies the criteria that villages must meet to qualify for incentive grants, including demographic, economic, and developmental benchmarks.

Section 5

5. Application Process Outlines the procedure for villages to apply for grants, including required documentation and submission timelines.

Section 6

6. Sanctioning Authority Identifies the authorities or committees responsible for reviewing applications and approving grants.

Section 7

7. Disbursement of Funds Describes how funds will be allocated to approved projects, including any conditions that must be met before disbursement.

Section 8

8. Utilization of Grants Guidelines on how villages should utilize the granted funds, ensuring they are used for intended purposes.

Section 9

9. Monitoring and Evaluation Establishes mechanisms for monitoring the use of funds and evaluating the impact of funded projects on village development.

Section 10

10. Reporting Requirements Specifies any reporting obligations that villages must fulfill after receiving funds, including timelines for financial reporting.

Section 11

11. Amendments and Revisions Details the process for making changes to the rules as necessary based on evolving needs or feedback from stakeholders.

Section 12

12. Miscellaneous Provisions Any additional provisions that do not fit into other sections but are relevant to the implementation of these rules.