3. The functions of the Council shall be-
| (1) to advise the Minister on-
| | (a) the application of science and scientific research to problems of national importance for the general benefit of the community; | | |
| | (b) the co-ordination of research in the various fields of scientific work with a view to directing scientific work into channels vital for national development; | | |
| | (c) the steps that should be taken to maintain an adequate supply of scientific and technical personnel, having regard to the country's need, from time to time, for such personnel; and | | |
| | (d) matters of scientific policy including the allocation of funds for scientific research, and any other such matters as the Minister may refer to the Council for its advice; | | |
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| (2) to initiate, promote and intensify fundamental and applied research with a view to developing the economic resources of the country and promoting the welfare of the people; |
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| (3) to collect and disseminate information relating to scientific and technical matters, and to publish reports, periodicals and papers on matters scientific and technical; |
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| (4) to establish and maintain liaison with scientific institutions and scientific workers in other countries in matters relating to science and scientific research; and |
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| (5) to do such other things as may be necessary for the advancement of science and scientific research in Ceylon. |
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Sri Lanka Consolidated Acts