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Under the Competition Act, 2002, the Central Government is planning the strength of the Competition Commission of India. Which composition is permissible?
A Chairperson with five other Members is permissible, because the Act requires a Chairperson and not fewer than two nor more than six other Members. One Member is too few, while seven Members exceed the statutory ceiling.
- AA Chairperson and one other Member
- BA Chairperson and five other MembersCorrect
- CA Chairperson and seven other Members
- DOnly a Chairperson with part-time advisers
Explanation
The Commission consists of a Chairperson and not less than two and not more than six other Members. A Chairperson with five other Members falls within this range. One other Member is below the minimum of two, and seven exceeds the maximum of six.
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