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Section 8 of The Rehabilitation Finance Administration Act, 1948

Notwithstanding anything contained in section 6, the Central Government may, for any reason which may appear to it to be sufficient, remove any member at anytime from the Administration or the Advisory Board.

Summary

The Central Government has the authority to remove any member from the Administration.
The Central Government can also remove members from the Advisory Board.
Removal of a member can happen at any time.
The government must have a reason that appears sufficient to it for the removal.
This rule applies despite any other terms of office mentioned earlier in the law.

Practical examples

1In 1955, Mr. Sharma is serving a two-year term on the Advisory Board. On October 12, 1955, the Central Government decides his performance is poor and removes him immediately using this rule.

2Mrs. Gupta is an official on the Administration in 1960. The government finds a sufficient reason to replace her on March 4, 1960, and ends her membership without waiting for a formal term limit to expire.

FAQ

1. Can a member be removed before their term ends?

Yes, the Central Government can remove them at any time if there is a sufficient reason.

2. Does this apply to both the Administration and the Advisory Board?

Yes, it applies to members of both groups.

3. Who decides if a reason for removal is sufficient?

The Central Government decides what appears to be a sufficient reason.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 8 of The Rehabilitation Finance Administration Act, 1948, who has the power to remove a member from the Administration?

Q2.According to Section 8 of The Rehabilitation Finance Administration Act, 1948, when can a member be removed from the Advisory Board?

Q3.What requirement must the Central Government meet to remove someone under Section 8 of The Rehabilitation Finance Administration Act, 1948?

Q4.Section 8 of The Rehabilitation Finance Administration Act, 1948, begins by saying it applies notwithstanding anything in Section 6. Under Section 6 of The Rehabilitation Finance Administration Act, 1948, what is the standard term of office for a nominated non-official member?

Q5.By overriding Section 6 of The Rehabilitation Finance Administration Act, 1948, what practical effect does Section 8 of The Rehabilitation Finance Administration Act, 1948, have on a nominated member's two-year term?

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