Explore the salient provisions of the Official Secrets Act, 1923, and Rule 11 of Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964. Learn about the Ministry of Defence’s directive for officials’ sensitization.
Understanding Official Secrets Act, 1923 & Rule 11: MoD’s Sensitization Directive
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has issued a directive aimed at sensitizing officials regarding the critical provisions of the Official Secrets Act, 1923, and Rule 11 of Central Civil Services (Conduct) Rules, 1964. This directive, dated 5th September 2023, emphasizes the importance of safeguarding official information and preventing unauthorized disclosures.