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Explain the powers and duties of the chairman.

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A chairman is a person who presides over a meeting. There should be a proper person in the chair i.e. chairman to conduct the proceedings of the meeting smoothly, fairly, and properly.

Powers of Chairman:

  • To maintain order and conduct the meeting properly.
  • To maintain order at the debate.
  • To decide the priority of speakers.
  • To prevent improper behaviour and unparliamentary language.
  • To adjourn the meeting.
  • To exercise a casting vote.
  • To declare the result of the voting.
  • To give a ruling on point of order.

Duties of Chairman:

  • To see that the meeting is duly convened and properly constituted.
  • To see that the meeting is held according to the rules.
  • To see that the items are discussed as per the order of the agenda.
  • To maintain overall discipline in the meeting.
  • To give a fair chance to members to express their views.
  • To declare the result of voting.
  • To check and sign minutes book. 
  • To act in the best interest of the company.


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