01. Introduction

These rules and regulations have been framed for the furtherance of the aims and objects mentioned in the memorandum to which these are appended and these shall be called “The Bal Bhavan Society, Bangalore”.

02. Definitions

• Society means “The Bal Bhavan Society, Bangalore”.
• Rules means the rules and regulations of the Society.
• Managing Committee means the body entrusted with administration.
• Member means a person nominated by the Government of Karnataka.
• Year means 1st April to 31st March.

03. Society Nature

The Society shall be an advisory-cum-executive body.

04. Composition

The Society consists of official and non-official members nominated by the Government of Karnataka.

05. Membership

• Any person (official/non-official) nominated by the Government of Karnataka is eligible.
• The prescribed admission and subscription fee applies.

06. Cessation

A membership ceases upon resignation accepted by the Government.

07. General Body

All eligible members form the General Body. Annual and special meetings may be held as required.

08. Notice

10 days’ notice is required for General Body meetings.

09. Quorum

Quorum: 1/3rd of the total members.

10. Proceedings

Minutes shall be recorded and signed by the President.

11. Managing Committee

The committee consists of 7 members nominated by the Government, with 3-year tenure.

12. Sitting Fee

Members shall be paid sitting fee as fixed by the Government.

13. Powers of Managing Committee

• Prepare programmes and manage administration.
• Manage property and finances.
• Prepare budgets.
• Receive grants and contributions.
• Construct/repair buildings.
• Form sub-committees.

14. Meetings

• Society meets once a year; Committee meets monthly.
• Special meetings can be called anytime.
• 7-day notice required unless emergency.
• Simple majority decides; Chair has casting vote.

15. Quorum

Society: 1/5th of members. Committee: 1/3rd including Chairman.

16. Chairman – Powers

• General administrative control.
• Convene meetings.
• Emergency sanction up to ₹1000.

17. Vice-Chairman

Functions delegated by Chairman; presides in his absence.

18. Secretary

• Implements programmes.
• Enters agreements.
• Maintains property & records.
• Presents annual report & accounts.
• Files accounts with Registrar.

19. Employees

The Society employs staff deputed by the Government.