Filling of vacancy or change in constitution of Commission

In force Act 374 of 1991 As on 18 Oct 2026

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Act 374 of 1991

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Section 13 of Bihar State Minorities Commision Act deals with filling of vacancy or change in constitution of Commission. The Commission shall continue to function notwithstanding any vacancy caused by reason of resignation or otherwise of Chairman, Vice- Chairman or of any Member of the Commission.

Filling of vacancy or change in constitution of Commission- (1) The Commission shall continue to function notwithstanding any vacancy caused by reason of resignation or otherwise of Chairman, Vice- Chairman or of any Member of the Commission.
(2) The Government may at any stage fill such vacancy in the Commission.
(3) If during the continuation of the Commission, a change has taken place in the constitution of the Commission by reason of any vacancy having been filled or by any other reason; it shall not affect any investigation, proceedings or action already taken by the Commission.
Section 13, Bihar State Minorities Commision Act (Act 374 of 1991).

Questions about Section 13

What does Section 13 of the Bihar State Minorities Commision Act deal with?

Section 13 of the Bihar State Minorities Commision Act is headed "Filling of vacancy or change in constitution of Commission". The Commission shall continue to function notwithstanding any vacancy caused by reason of resignation or otherwise of Chairman, Vice- Chairman or of any Member of the Commission.

How do I find court cases under Section 13 of the Bihar State Minorities Commision Act?

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When was the Bihar State Minorities Commision Act enacted?

Bihar State Minorities Commision Act was enacted in 1991 as Act 374 of 1991. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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