Default in performance of duty

(1) If the Government is satisfied that the Authority has made default in performing any duty imposed on it by or under this Act, it may fix a period for the performance of that duty.

1. (2) If in the opinion of the Government, the Authority fails or neglects to perform such duty within the period so fixed for its performance, it shall be lawful for the Government, notwithstanding anything contained in section 4 to supersede and

reconstitute the Authority in the prescribed manner.

1. (3) After the supersession of the Authority and until it is reconstituted, the powers,

duties and functions of the Authority under this Act shall be carried on by the Government or by such officer or officers, as the Government may appoint for this purpose.