| Authority | Duties | Powers |
Controlling Authority
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To receive notices from establishments in the area, to decide on claims with reference to gratuity and to make recoveries from employers where gratuity is not paid | In cases of disputes with regard to payment of gratuity, to receive applications from employees or their representatives to issue directions, to fix hearings and summon witnesses, and to make directions for payment of gratuity. Where gratuity is not paid |
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Appellate authority (Central Government)
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To hear appeals on orders issued by the Controlling Authority and pass orders | To record decisions on appeals in response to orders issued by the Controlling Authority, after giving all parties, reasonable opportunity to be heard |
