Section 6 of ATA : Section 6: Qualifications For Appointment As Chairman, Vice-Chairman And Other Members

Explanation using Example

Imagine a scenario where the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) requires a new Chairman. According to Section 6 of The Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985, the potential candidates for the Chairman position must meet certain qualifications.

For example, Mr. Sharma, who has recently retired as a Judge from the High Court, is eligible to be appointed as the Chairman of the CAT. Alternatively, Mrs. Iyer, who has served as the Vice-Chairman of the CAT for over two years before the commencement of this Act, is also qualified for the role of Chairman.

Furthermore, if there is a vacancy for an Administrative Member in the CAT, Mr. Gupta, who has served as a Secretary to the Government of India for three years, meets the qualifications for appointment under Section 6(2)(a). Similarly, if a Judicial Member position is open, Mr. Khan, who has been a Secretary in the Department of Legal Affairs for two years and is qualified to be a Judge of a High Court, is eligible for appointment as per Section 6(2)(b).

The appointments for these positions will be made following consultations with the Chief Justice of India and the President, as stated in Section 6(3) for the Central Tribunal, and with the Governor of the concerned state for a State Tribunal, as per Section 6(4).

This section ensures that the individuals appointed to these significant roles have the requisite experience and legal qualifications to effectively carry out the responsibilities of the Tribunal.