Functions of the Corporation

Functions and Powers of the Corporation

Functions of the Corporation.--Subject to the provisions of this Act, and to any general or special directions of the Government, the functions of the Corporation shall be,--

1. (a) to undertake research and disposal of timber and exploitation of forest resources entrusted to it by the Government;
2. (b) to provide products and render technical advice to Government on matters relating to forestry;
3. (c) to manage, maintain and develop such forests as are transferred or entrusted to it by the Government till these are handed back to the Government; and
4. (d) to perform such other functions as the Government may from time to time require.