Section 7 of The National Sports Governance Act, 2025
- (1)The Central Government shall, in consultation with the Board, appoint such officers and other employees as may be necessary for discharging the functions of the Board.
- (2)The officers and other employees of the Board shall discharge their functions under the general superintendence and control of the Chairperson or any other member of the Board to whom powers for exercising such superintendence and control are delegated by the Chairperson.
- (3)The qualifications, appointment, salary and allowances and other terms and conditions of service of the officers and other employees of the Board shall be such as may be prescribed.
Summary
- The Central Government appoints officers and employees to work for the National Sports Board after consulting with the Board.
- These staff members work under the supervision and control of the Board's Chairperson, or another member if the Chairperson delegates that authority.
- The government sets the official rules regarding the qualifications needed for these jobs, the hiring process, and the salaries and benefits the employees will receive.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who decides exactly how much the Board's staff gets paid?
The Central Government decides the salary and allowances by creating specific rules for these positions.
2. Can a regular Board member manage the staff instead of the Chairperson?
Yes, but only if the Chairperson officially delegates their supervisory powers to that specific member.
3. Does the Board hire its own staff completely independently?
No, the Central Government officially makes the appointments, although they must consult with the Board before doing so.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 7 of The National Sports Governance Act, 2025, who holds the authority to formally appoint officers and employees for the National Sports Board?
Q2.Under Section 7 of The National Sports Governance Act, 2025, who holds the primary power of general superintendence and control over the Board's employees?
Q3.Under Section 7 of The National Sports Governance Act, 2025, how are the specific qualifications and appointment terms for staff determined?
Q4.Under Section 7 of The National Sports Governance Act, 2025, what is the legally permitted alternative if the Chairperson cannot directly supervise the staff?