Section 16
Delegation of powers.
The Biological Diversity Act, 2002
About this Act
An Act to provide for conservation of biological diversity, sustainable use of its components and fair and equitable sharing of the benefits arising out of the use of biological resources, knowledge and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
The National Biodiversity Authority may, by general or special order in
writing, delegate to any member, officer of the National Biodiversity Authority or any other person
subject to such conditions, if any, as may be specified in the order, such of the powers and functions
under this Act (except the power to prefer an appeal under section 50 and the power to make regulations
under section 64) as it may deem necessary.