Section 17 in The Central Waqf Council Rules, 1998
17. Powers of the Secretary in respect of staff and contingent expenditure .- (1) The Secretary shall, in respect of all the staff of the Council under his control and supervision, have the power to sanction,-
(i)Increment;(ii)Leave;(iii)Allowances and advances as admissible to the Government employees.(2)[ The Secretary shall have the power to sanction expenditure up to Rs. 10,000 (Rupees ten thousand only) for arranging refreshment such as high tea, lunch, dinner, etc., for members and invitees of the Council or its Committees during the meetings.]
