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Meera Developers asks whether the Board can delegate some of its powers. Under section 9 of the SEZ Act, 2005, what is the correct position?

The Board may delegate such powers and functions as it deems fit to one or more Development Commissioners, so that its functions are discharged effectively. The Act does not allow delegation to Developers or State Governments.

  1. AThe Board may delegate such powers and functions as it deems fit to one or more Development CommissionersCorrect
  2. BThe Board cannot delegate any power
  3. CThe Board may delegate powers only to the Developer
  4. DThe Board may delegate powers only to the State Government

Explanation

Section 9(4) allows the Board to delegate such powers and functions as it may deem fit to one or more Development Commissioners for effective discharge of its functions. Delegation to Developers or State Governments is not provided.

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