Singapore legislation

Article 69

of Constitution of the Republic of Singapore

Article 69

Establishment of Presidential Council for Minority Rights

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Clause 1

Amended by39/2014

There shall be a Presidential Council for Minority Rights which shall consist of —

(a)

a Chairman appointed for a period of 3 years; and (b)not more than 20 members.

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Clause 1A

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Up to 10 members may be permanent members appointed for life.

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Clause 1B

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Unless appointed for life, a member shall be appointed for a period of 3 years.

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Clause 2

The Chairman and the members shall be appointed by the President if he, acting in his discretion, concurs with the advice of the Cabinet.

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Clause 3

Amended by39/2014

The Chairman and the members appointed under clause (1B) shall be eligible for reappointment.