THE NATIONAL HIGHWAYS AUTHORITY OF INDIACentral
Section 6 of The National Highways Authority of India Act, 1988
Subject to the other terms and conditions of service as may be prescribed, any person ceasing to be a member shall be eligible for reappointment as such member.
Summary
- When a person's term as a member comes to an end, they do not face a lifetime ban from the role.
- A former member is legally permitted to be appointed as a member again.
- This eligibility for a second or subsequent term is not absolute; it is subject to the standard service rules.
- The reappointment must still follow whatever terms and conditions are prescribed by the rules.
Practical examples
1Vikram successfully completes his three-year term as a full-time member of the Authority. Because of his excellent work, the government decides to immediately reappoint him for another term, which is fully legal under this section.
2A member retires and leaves the Authority. Five years later, a vacancy opens up. They apply again and are considered an eligible candidate because past members are not barred from returning.
FAQ
1. Can a member serve more than one term?
Yes, anyone ceasing to be a member is eligible for reappointment.
2. Does this mean a member automatically gets a second term?
No, the section only says they are eligible, and it is still subject to the prescribed terms and conditions.
3. Are there special rules for reappointed members?
Their reappointment is subject to the same terms and conditions of service as may be prescribed.
Test yourself
Q1.What happens regarding future roles when a person's time as a member ends?
Q2.What governs or restricts the process of reappointment?
Q3.Under Sections 4 and 6 of The National Highways Authority of India Act, 1988, how do prescribed terms affect a departing member?
Q4.Who does this specific section primarily apply to?