Composition of the Commission

Composition of the Commission

It consists of a Chairman, a Vice-Chairman and ten other members appointed by the Central Government. The Chairman should not be from amongsts officers of the Central or State Governments.

Ten members nominated by the Central Government shall be as follows:

(a) Two Central Government officers.

(b) Maximum four shall be from teachers of Universities.

(c) The remainder shall be Vice-Chancellors of Universities or experts from engineering, medical, legal or any other profession, or persons with experience in agriculture, commerce, forestry or industry.

The Chairman holds office for a term offive years or until he/she attains the age of65 years. The Vice-Chairman holds office for 3 years or until the age of 65 years. The term of all other members is for three years.

The re-appointment of Chairman, Vice-chairman and members is possible. The Commission meets at such times and places and transact business in accordance with the regulations made under this Act. The Commission shall have its own fund and .all sums which may, from time to time be paid by the Central Government.