Section 3 of The National Commission for Homoeopathy Act, 2020.
- (1)The Central Government shall, by notification, constitute a Commission, to be known as the National Commission for Homoeopathy, to exercise the powers conferred upon, and to perform the functions assigned to it, under this Act.
- (2)The Commission shall be a body corporate by the name aforesaid, having perpetual succession and a common seal, with power, subject to the provisions of this Act, to acquire, hold and dispose of property, both movable and immovable, and to contract, and shall, by the said name, sue or be sued.
- (3)The head office of the Commission shall be at New Delhi.
Summary
- The Central Government is responsible for creating the National Commission for Homoeopathy by publishing an official notification.
- The Commission is set up to use the powers and do the jobs given to it by this Act.
- The Commission is a body corporate, meaning it exists as its own legal entity, separate from the individuals who work for it, and it will continue to exist permanently.
- Because it is a legal entity, the Commission can own property, buy and sell things, sign contracts, and take people to court, or be taken to court itself.
- The main headquarters for the Commission must be located in New Delhi.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who formally sets up the National Commission for Homoeopathy?
The Central Government constitutes the Commission.
2. Where is the Commission located?
The head office of the Commission is in New Delhi.
3. Can the Commission own land?
Yes, it is a body corporate with the power to acquire, hold, and dispose of movable and immovable property.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 3 of The National Commission for Homoeopathy Act, 2020., who constitutes the National Commission for Homoeopathy?
Q2.Under Section 3 of The National Commission for Homoeopathy Act, 2020., where is the head office of the Commission required to be located?
Q3.Under Section 3 of The National Commission for Homoeopathy Act, 2020., what legal status allows the Commission to acquire property and sign contracts?
Q4.Under Section 3 of The National Commission for Homoeopathy Act, 2020., what happens to the Commission's existence if all its current members resign at the same time?