This book incorporates latest and up to date orders relating to the allowances including- Dearness allowance, dearness relief and Ex-Gratia, House rent allowance and compensation in lieu of rent free accommodation, Tough location allowance, Project allowance, Risk allowance, Special concessions to employees serving in N-E region, islands etc. and in Jammu and Kashmir, Hard area allowance, Special duty allowance, Island special duty allowance. The speciality of the book is that useful editorial notes and references have been provided at all relevant places so as to facilitate proper comprehension of the subject.