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The Sinlung Hills Council (Amendment) Act, 2023

The Sinlung Hills Council (Amendment) Act, 2023

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This Act amends the Sinlung Hills Council Act, 2018 to improve the governance of the Sinlung Hills Council in Mizoram. It updates the process for electing and nominating council members, ensuring they are permanent residents of the area and recommended by the Chief Executive Member. The legislation transfers control of elections to the State Election Commission and clarifies the qualifications for membership, such as age and citizenship. Additionally, it grants the Council authority to set staff service rules while allowing the state government to intervene if necessary. These changes aim to strengthen local administration and electoral integrity.

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  1. 1. Short title and commencement
  2. 2. Amendment of section 5
  3. 3. Amendment of section 9
  4. 4. Amendment of section 16
  5. 5. Amendment of section 34
  6. 6. Amendment of section 35
  7. 7. Amendment of section 36
  8. 0. Preamble

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