3. The aims and objects of the Institute shall be to create an interest in and to provide facilities for fundamental and advanced studies and in particular to
| (a) initiate, promote and conduct research and original investigations in fundamental studies in general with particular emphasis on mathematics, physics, chemistry, life science, social sciences and philosophy ; |
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| (b) arrange lectures, meetings, seminars and symposia in pursuance of its academic work and for the diffusion of scientific knowledge ; |
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| (c) invite scientists, in Sri Lanka and from abroad, actively engaged in creative work to deliver lectures and participate in its academic activities; |
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| (d) establish and maintain liaison with scientific workers and scientific institutions in other countries and promote international co-operation in matters relating to the aims and objects of the Institute ; |
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| (e) do such other acts and things as may be necessary to promote the aims and objects of the Institute. |
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Sri Lanka Consolidated Acts