September 13, 2026

Section 11. Removal of Members – The Biological Diversity Act, 2002

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11. Removal of members

The Central Government may remove from the National Biodiversity Authority any member who, in its opinion, has—

(a) been adjudged as an insolvent; or

(b) been convicted of an offence which involves moral turpitude; or

(c) become physically or mentally incapable of acting as a member; or

(d) so abused his position as to render his continuance in office detrimental to the public interest; or

(e) acquired such financial or other interest as is likely to affect prejudicially his functions as a member.