The Research and Development Fund Rules, 2006 are made by Federal Government under the clause (ab) of Sub-section (2) of Section 57 read with Section 33-D of Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-organization) Act, 1996. These Rules are made in the telecommunications sector to support and promote research, innovation, and development activities within the industry. The funds are collected through contributions from telecommunications service providers and are used to finance projects and initiatives that advance technology, infrastructure, and services in the telecom sector. The Research and Development Fund Rules, 2006 specify how the R&D Fund is financed, such as through contributions from telecommunications operators based on their revenues or other criteria.