The Bodhgaya Temple Act 1949
bihar · 1949
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- S. 1In these bye-laws unless the context otherwise indicates: (i) Act means the Bodh Gaya Temple Act, 1949 (BiharAct XVIII
- S. 2Section 2 specifies where meetings of the Bodhgaya Temple Committee can be held.
- S. 3Section 3 establishes a committee to manage Bodhgaya Temple's land and properties, with members nominated by the State Government.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the process for preparing meeting agendas by the Chairman, considering member suggestions and resolutions.
- S. 5Section 5 outlines the term, dissolution, and vacancy filling for temple committee members, and validates committee actions despite vacancies.
- S. 6Section 6 mandates meeting notices and agendas to be logged and accessible, with a presiding officer chosen by the committee.
- S. 7(1) The Committee shall maintain its office at Bodh Gaya
- S. 8Section 8 restricts transfer, lease, and sale of temple properties without government approval.
- S. 9Section 9 mandates that meeting minutes be recorded by the Chairman or a designated alternate.
- S. 10Section 10 mandates the Bodhgaya Temple Committee to oversee temple upkeep, pilgrim welfare, worship, and fund management.
- S. 11Section 11 grants Hindus and Buddhists access to the Bodhgaya Temple for worship, excluding animal sacrifice and alcohol.
- S. 12Section resolves disputes between Hindus and Buddhists over Bodhgaya Temple use, making State Government's decision final.
- S. 13Section 13 allows the Chairman to invite non-Committee members to meetings who can deliberate but not vote.
- S. 14Section 14 mandates the annual appointment of an auditor to audit temple funds and submit reports to both the temple committee and the state government.
- S. 15The section allows the State Government to form an Advisory Board to advise on the Bodhgaya Temple, with Buddhists, including non-Indians, as majority members.
- S. 16Section 16 allows agenda items to be added at meetings if urgent, unless already listed per bye-law 5.
- S. 17Section 17 authorizes the Bodhgaya Temple Committee to create bylaws with state government approval to manage internal operations and relations.
- S. 18The1 [State] Government may make rules2 to carry out the purposes ofthisAct
- S. 19Section 19 outlines procedures for convening meetings of the Bodhgaya Temple Committee.
- S. 20Section 20 mandates the Chairman to circulate meeting minutes to all Committee members and forward a copy to the State Government and Commissioner within seven days.
- S. 21Section 21 allows the Bodhgaya Temple Committee to obtain urgent opinions from members via written questions, with majority decisions binding as if made in a meeting.
- S. 22Section 22 mandates the Committee to finalize the annual budget by January 31 and circulate budget estimates to members 21 days before the budget meeting.
- S. 23Section 23 restricts expenditures to budgeted amounts, allowing the Committee to sanction special grants for unforeseen urgent needs.
- S. 24Section 24 allows the Bodhgaya Temple Committee to delegate its special grant approval power to the Chairman and/or Secretary.
- S. 25Section 25 requires the Secretary to present final and provisional accounts at budget committee meetings.
- S. 26Section 26 forwards the temple's financial budget to the State Government and any other authorities it designates.
- S. 27All money received whether by way of donation, subscription or any other manner shall be credited to the Fund of the Co
- S. 28Section 28 mandates the opening of charity boxes by authorized person in presence of two witnesses who certify amounts collected.
- S. 29Accounts will be maintained in the local branch of the State Bank of India
- S. 30Section 30 mandates the Committee to deposit all received funds into the designated bank within three working days.
- S. 31Payments exceeding Rs
- S. 32Section 32 mandates the issuance of printed receipts for funds or items received by the Bodhgaya Temple Committee, with counterfoils kept for twelve years.
- S. 33Section 33 directs that all income and property of the Bodhgaya Temple Committee must be used exclusively for fulfilling its duties as outlined in the Act.
- S. 34Subject to the control of the Chairman, the Secretary shall be in charge of the funds of the committee
- S. 35Section 35 allows open negotiation for property transfers but permits the Chairman to auction perishable items with local notice.
- S. 36All leases and contracts shall be made in open public bids held after seven days of proper and public notice
- S. 37The lease shall usually be given to the highest bidder for reasons to be recorded in writing by him
- S. 38Section 38 allows the lowest tender to be accepted for contracts, but the Chairman can choose a higher tender with written justification.
- S. 39Section authorizes the Chairman to allow the Secretary or senior staff member to hold up to Rs.50 for urgent expenses, recoupable via bills.
- S. 41(1) The appointment or the dismissal of member of the staff of the Committee employed on a salary of Rs
- S. 42Section 42 vests general superintendence and control of temple establishments in the Chairman.
- S. 43Section 43 appoints the Secretary as the chief executive officer of the Bodhgaya Temple Committee, overseeing staff and maintaining records.
- S. 44Section 44 designates the senior office staff member as Superintendent to oversee office operations, correspondence, financial records, temple cleanliness, and visitor comfort.
- S. 45Section 45 specifies that secret, confidential, or personal communications are to be opened by the Chairman or Secretary.
- S. 46The common seal of the Committee shall remain in the custody of the Chairman, or, if he so directs in writing, of the S
- S. 47Section 47 mandates the use of the common seal on specific documents by the Bodhgaya Temple Committee.
- S. 48Section 48 mandates the Bodhgaya Temple Committee to maintain and open its books and registers for inspection by authorized individuals.
- S. 49Section 49 allows the Bodhgaya Temple Committee to form subcommittees to carry out specific tasks.
- S. 50Section 50 allows the Bodhgaya Temple Committee to amend bye-laws with State Government confirmation.
- S. 51Section 51 allows the Bodhgaya Temple Committee to make orders for its affairs when not specified in by-laws.
- S. 52The Committee may, by a resolution, delegate such of its powersto the Chairman orthe Secre1ar as it may consider necess
- S. 53Section 53 mandates the Secretary to annually report on the temple committee's affairs and budget to the committee and State Government.
- S. 54Section 54 provides travel and daily allowances for Bodhgaya Temple Committee members and invitees.
- S. 55Section 55 determines travel and daily allowances for the Bodhgaya Temple Committee staff, set by the Chairman based on Committee finances.