Section 7 of TPA : Section 7: Term Of Office And Casual Vacancies

Explanation using Example

Imagine Dr. Smith, a respected pharmacist, who has been elected to the Central Council under The Pharmacy Act, 1948. He begins his term of service, knowing that he will serve for five years, or until someone is elected to succeed him, should that take a bit longer than five years (Section 7(1)).

Two years into his term, Dr. Smith decides to move abroad and therefore writes a letter of resignation to the President of the Council. His seat becomes vacant as soon as the letter is received (Section 7(2)).

Meanwhile, another member, Dr. Jones, misses three consecutive meetings without providing a v...

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