Section 27 of SRA : Section 27: Composition Of State Board

Explanation using Example

Imagine a situation where the government of a particular state in India decides to review and enhance the regulatory framework for surrogacy. To ensure that the laws and regulations are effectively overseen, the state establishes a State Surrogacy Board as per Section 27 of The Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021.

In this context, the Board is formed with the state's Health Minister as the Chairperson and the Secretary of Health as the Vice-Chairperson. They are joined by secretaries from various departments such as Women and Child Development, Social Welfare, Law and Justice, and Home Affairs, as well as the Director-General of Health and Family Welfare, all serving as ex officio members.

Additionally, three women members from the State Legislative Assembly are included to ensure legislative representation and insight. To incorporate expert opinions, the state government appoints ten experts from fields like medical genetics, gynecology, social science, women's welfare, and civil society organizations focused on women's health and child issues. Lastly, a Joint Secretary in charge of Family Welfare is appointed as the Member-Secretary to coordinate the Board's activities.

This Board then convenes to discuss and implement policies, ensuring that surrogacy practices within the state are ethical, safe, and in accordance with the national law.