National Youth Services Act (No. 69 of 1979)

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National Youth Services Act (No. 69 of 1979) - Sect 5

power of the Council

(1) The Council shall have the power to acquire, hold, take or give on hire or lease, and to pledge or sell or otherwise dispose of, any immovable or movable property:

(2) The Council shall have the power-

	(a) with the prior approval in writing of the Minister, to engage in any agricultural, industrial, commercial, social or public utility enterprises connected with or incidental to any of the objects of the Council;

	(b) to charge fees for services rendered or provided by the Council;

	(c) to establish and register youth organizations, and give advice, provide technical knowledge and grant financial assistance to such organizations ;

	(d) to foster co-operation with similar youth organisations in other countries with a view to promoting mutual understanding between the youth in Sri Lanka and abroad;

	(e) to obtain membership in relevant international youth organizations with the prior approval of the Minister ;

	(f) to sponsor and hold conferences and seminars on matters of interest to the youth of Sri Lanka with the assistance of national or international organizations where necessary ;

	(g) to train and educate youth for creative participation in national development and related activities ; and

	(h) to do all such other things which in the opinion of the Council are necessary to facilitate the proper carrying out of its objects.

(3) The Council may accept grants or donations, whether of immovable or movable property, from persons or bodies of persons in or outside Sri Lanka.

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