Section 3 of The Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951
The Chairman of the Commission shall be selected from among persons who have had experience in public affairs, and the four other members shall be selected from among persons who--
- (a)are, or have been, or are qualified to be appointed as Judges of a High Court; or
- (b)have special knowledge of the finances and accounts of Government; or
- (c)have had wide experience in financial matters and in administration; or
- (d)have special knowledge of economies.
Summary
Qualifications for appointment as, and the manner of selection of, members of the Commission.—The Chairman of the Commission shall be selected from among persons who have had experience in public affairs, and the four other members shall be selected from among persons who— (a) are, or have been, or.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What are the requirements for the Chairman under Section 3 of the Finance Commission Act, 1951?
Under Section 3 of the Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951, the Chairman must be someone who has had experience in public affairs.
2. Can an economics expert be appointed as a member under the 1951 Act?
Yes, Section 3 of the Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951, allows for one of the four members to be selected based on their special knowledge of economics.
3. Who qualifies for the judicial category of membership in the Finance Commission?
According to Section 3 of the Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951, a person qualifies if they are, have been, or are eligible to be appointed as a High Court Judge.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 3 of the Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951, how many members are selected in addition to the Chairman?
Q2.Which of these is a valid qualification for one of the four members under Section 3 of the Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951?
Q3.Under Section 3 of the Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951, what must the Chairman specifically have experience in?
Q4.Does Section 3 of the Finance Commission (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1951, allow a person with special knowledge of government accounts to be a member?