Procedure for making representations

(c) Procedure for making representations.—(l) Representations from such Associations whether made orally, by deputation or presented in writing, may be received by Government officers, notwithstanding anything contained in the rules relating to the submission of petitions and memorials by Government servants, provided that no representations or deputations will be received except in connection with a matter which is, or raises questions which are, of conunon interest to the class represented by the Association. (2) Government may specify the channel through which representations from the Association shall be submitted and authority by whom deputations may be received.