3. The general objects for which the Corporation is constituted are hereby declared to be
| (a) to promote, advance, declare and disseminate scientific knowledge: |
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| (b) to establish and maintain standards of scientific endeavour and achievement in the sciences in Sri Lanka, and to recognize outstanding contributions to the advancement, of science; |
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| (c) to act as an independent consultative body to the Government, to undertake and direct research when necessary, to take cognizance of and report on issues in which scientific and technological considerations are paramount to the national interest, to advise on activities related to the applications of science and technology in national development, and to report on the utilization of worldwide scientific achievements for the development of Sri Lanka; |
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| (d) to report on the management and the rational utilization of the national resources of Sri Lanka so as to ensure optimal productivity consistent with continued use of the biosphere on a long term basis taking into account the repercussions of using a particular resource on other resources and the environment as a whole, and to help in making use of the resources of the country in national development; |
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| (e) to publish and promote the publication of scientific literature, and maintain a library: |
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| (f) to promote and maintain liaison between Sri Lanka scientists and scientific bodies, both local and international; and |
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| (g) to secure and manage funds and endowments for the promotion of science and technology and for other purposes deemed necessary. |
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Sri Lanka Consolidated Acts