Meaning and Examples of Misconduct

Public Service Rules

Misconduct is a specific act of wrongdoing or improper behaviour capable of investigation and proof and may lead to termination or retirement. The Rule provides examples including dishonesty, drunkenness, negligence, habitual lateness, insubordination, refusal of lawful instructions, unauthorised business and deliberate delay of official documents.

Reference: Public Service Rules 2015, 040401

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Public Service Rules 2015

Refusal to appear before a duly constituted Medical Board is treated as misconduct.

Reference: 080306

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