Autonomous Bodies - Definition

6. Autonomous Bodies – such bodies as are established by the Government to discharge the activities which are related to governmental functions. Such bodies are given autonomy to discharge their functions in accordance with the Memorandum of Associations (e.g. Indian Military Academy, National Institute of Fashion Technology, Indian Institute of Technology, Central Silk Board etc)

https://labour.gov.in/central-secretariat-manual-office-procedure-csmop

Source : Manual of Office Procedure

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