Section 52(1) in The M.P. Vishesh Sashastra Bal Niyam, 1973
(1)The powers to dismiss an officer under sub-section (1) of Section 19 of the Act and to forfeit pay, allowances or any other claims of the accused shall vest in the authority competent to appoint the officer of that rank or grade.(b)The powers of forfeiting Medals and decorations received by an Officer shall vest in the Government who awarded those medals or decorations.
