Section 13 - Assisted Reproductive Technology (Regulation) Act, 2021

The Assisted Reproductive Technology (Regulation) Act, 2021

13. Functions of appropriate authority. -

The appropriate authority shall discharge the following functions, namely: -

(a) to grant, suspend or cancel registration of a clinic or bank;

(b) to enforce the standards to be fulfilled by the clinic or bank;

(c) to investigate complaints of breach of the provisions of this Act, rules and regulations made thereunder and take legal action as per provisions of this Act;

(d) to take appropriate legal action against the misuse of assisted reproductive technology by any person and also to initiate independent investigations in such matter;

(e) to supervise the implementation of the provisions of this Act and the rules and regulations made thereunder; 9

(f) to recommend to the National Board and State Boards about the modifications required in the rules and regulations in accordance with changes in technology or social conditions;

(g) to take action after investigation of complaints received by it against the assisted reproductive technology clinics or banks; and

(h) such other functions as may be prescribed.