Rule 41. The form of a single application

(1) An application under sub-section (4) of section 45 of the Code or a single application under sub-section (5) of section 45 of the Code, may be filed in Form-II manually or electronically along with documents specified in the said Form, to the authority having jurisdiction.

(2) Where an application under sub-section (4) or sub-section (5) of section 45 of the Code is entertained, the authority shall serve upon the employer electronically or by registered post a notice in Form VIII to appear before him on the date specified in the notice with all relevant documents and witnesses, if any, and shall inform the applicant of the date so specified.

(3) If the employer or his representative fails to appear on the specified date, the authority may hear and determine the application ex-parte.

(4) If the applicant or his representative fails to appear on the specified date without any reasonable cause shown in advance, the authority may dismiss the application.