The North-Eastern Council Act, 1971

The North-Eastern Council Act, 1971 is a legislation that established the North Eastern Council to promote the economic and social development, and welfare of the northeastern states of India. The Act provides for the constitution of the Council, its functions and powers, financial provisions, and other related matters. The North Eastern Council is responsible for formulating plans and programmes for the development of the northeastern region, and for advising the central and state governments on matters related to the development of the region. The Council comprises of the Governors and Chief Ministers of the northeastern states, and the Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region serves as the ex-officio Chairman of the Council.