The object of P.W.D. Specifications is to provide complete, up-to-date and uniform specifications which will be applicable to all the branches of the Public Works Department in the State. These Specifications will serve as standard specifications which will supply to normal construction and maintenance works. Where deviation and alterations from these Standard Specifications are desired, specially drafted specification should be followed, the authority to make any deviations or alterations, as suggested above, shall be the same as is competent to accord technical sanction to the detailed estimate.