The
Communication Convergence Bill
The following is the latest draft
of the Convergence Bill 2000. However, the chances of its being passed early
have receded considerably with the NDA government`s recent political troubles.
It may be introduced at the end of the current session of Parliament, but
thereafter is almost certain to be referred to a parliamentary committee. Even
in extremely fortuitous circumstances, the bill is unlikely to be passed before
the winter session of parliament in the current year.
As
this document is at the draft stage, the final numbering of Sections will be
done at the stage of finalisation of the bill.
CHAPTER I
PRELIMINARY
1. Short title and extent and commencement.
2. Definitions.
CHAPTER II
REGULATION OF USE OF SPECTRUM, COMMUNICATION SERVICES, NETWORK FACILITES, AND
WIRELESS EQUIPMENT.
3.Prohibition
of use of spectrum without assignment
4.Prohibition of provision of certain services without a license
5.Prohibition of possession of wireless equipment without a license
CHAPTER III
COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION OF INDIA
6.Establishment of Commission
7. Appointment of Chairperson and Members.
8.Term of office of Chairperson and Members.
8A.Removal from office of Chairperson and Members
9.Salary and allowances of Chairperson and Members
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11.Vacancy or defect not to invalidate proceedings.
12. Functions of Regional Offices
13.Meetings of Commission.
14. Power of Commission to regulate its procedure.
15.Secretary-General of the Commission.
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17A. Delegation of powers
18. Distribution of business and authorisation.
CHAPTER IV
OBJECTIVES OF THE COMMISSION
19. Objectives and guiding principles