Power of Central Government to amend Schedule
Section 16 of the Architects Act, 1972 deals with power of Central Government to amend Schedule. Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (2) of section 14, the Central Government, after consultation with the Council, may, by notification in the Official Gazette, amend the Schedule by directing that an entry be made therein in respect of any architectural qualification. The Act came into force on 02 Apr 1973.
Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (2) of section 14, the Central Government, after consultation with the Council, may, by notification in the Official Gazette, amend the Schedule by directing that an entry be made therein in respect of any architectural qualification.
Section 16, The Architects Act, 1972 (Act 20 of 1972).
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Questions about Section 16
What does Section 16 of the Architects Act deal with?
Section 16 of the Architects Act is headed "Power of Central Government to amend Schedule". Notwithstanding anything contained in sub-section (2) of section 14, the Central Government, after consultation with the Council, may, by notification in the Official Gazette, amend the Schedule by directing that an entry be made therein in respect of any architectural qualification.
How do I find court cases under Section 16 of the Architects Act?
In judgments and charge sheets this section is written several ways, and each form finds a different set of orders. These search the full text of every order eCourtsIndia holds, best matches first: Architects Act 1972 16, section 16 Architects Act 1972, section 16 of the Architects Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.
What should I read with Section 16 of the Architects Act, and has it changed?
Its own text turns on section 14 (Recognition of qualifications granted by authorities in India), so none of them can safely be read on its own.
When did Section 16 of the Architects Act come into force?
Section 16 of the Architects Act, cited as Architects Act 1972 16, came into force on 02 Apr 1973, having been enacted on 31 May 1972. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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