Sub-Committees & Functional Wings

In order to efficiently advance the objectives of the Institute of Policy Research and Studies (IPRS), the Executive Board may constitute Sub-Committees and/or Functional Wings from time to time. These bodies shall function as specialized, task-oriented, and outcome-driven units, supporting research, policy formulation, advocacy, capacity building, and institutional outreach.

These committees are enablers, not authorities—execution-focused, not governance-heavy.

1. Purpose & Rationale

2. Sub-Committees & Functional Wings

2.1 Policy Research & Legislative Studies Committee

Mandate:

• Conduct policy research, white papers, and legislative analysis

• Evaluate existing laws, proposed bills, and governance frameworks

• Provide evidence-based policy recommendations to IPRS

Key Outputs: Policy briefs, consultation papers, reform proposals

2.2 Social Justice, Governance & Human Rights Committee

Mandate:

• Address issues related to social justice, constitutional values, human rights, and good governance

• Undertake studies on marginalized communities, institutional accountability, and access to justice

• Support advocacy initiatives aligned with IPRS objectives

Key Outputs: Issue reports, advocacy notes, stakeholder representations

2.3 Education, Capacity Building & Training Wing

Mandate:

• Design and implement training programs, workshops, fellowships, and internships

• Engage students, professionals, researchers, and civil society stakeholders

• Develop educational content aligned with policy research and institutional goals

Key Outputs: Training modules, webinars, certification programs

2.4 Data Analytics, Technology & Innovation Committee

Mandate:

• Support policy research through data analysis, empirical studies, and technology-driven insights

• Promote use of AI, digital governance tools, and data visualization for policy outcomes

• Maintain research methodologies and analytical standards

Key Outputs: Data dashboards, analytical reports, tech-enabled policy tools

2.5 Outreach, Publications & Strategic Communications Committee

Mandate:

• Manage publications, journals, reports, newsletters, and digital content

• Handle institutional outreach, partnerships, and stakeholder engagement

• Ensure visibility and brand positioning of IPRS at national and international levels

Key Outputs: Publications, media briefs, collaborations, communication strategy

3. Rules for Constitution & Membership of Specialized Committees

3.1 Authority to Constitute Committees

• The Executive Board shall have exclusive authority to constitute any Sub-Committee or Functional Wing

• Committees may be constituted:

  • For a specific project

  • For a new initiative

  • For a defined or undefined duration, as decided by the Executive Board

No standing entitlement, no automatic continuation—purely need-based governance.

3.2 Appointment of Committee Members

• The rules, composition, strength, and eligibility for membership of each committee shall be decided solely by the Executive Board

• The Executive Board may:

  • Appoint members directly from among the Executive Council Members, or

  • Appoint any other person deemed suitable, deserving, or necessary for achieving the objectives of the committee

• Such appointments are purely discretionary and shall not be questioned, challenged, or disputed at any stage or forum

Merit-based, discretion-led, and final.

3.3 Appointment of Chair / Director / Convener

• Each committee shall have a Chairperson / Director / Convener / Overview, as designated by the Executive Board

• The said officer shall:

  • Act as the functional head of the committee

  • Be directly and exclusively accountable to the Executive Board

  • Submit reports, updates, and deliverables as required

No lateral reporting. One chain of command.

3.4 Reporting & Oversight

• All Sub-Committees and Functional Wings shall function under the supervision and control of the Executive Board

• Committees shall not take any policy, financial, or public position independently unless expressly authorised

• The Executive Board may issue directions, modify scope, or reassign tasks at any time

Operational autonomy, strategic control retained.

3.5 Dissolution, Restructuring & Continuity

• Any Sub-Committee or Functional Wing may be:

  • Dissolved

  • Reconstituted

  • Merged

  • Suspended

At any point of time, solely at the discretion and approval of the Executive Board

• Upon dissolution:

  • Committee members shall revert to their original status (Annual Member, Lifetime Member, Executive Council Member, etc.)

  • Such members shall continue to be governed by the normal rules applicable to their original membership

No vested rights, no residual claims.

• Membership in any Sub-Committee or Functional Wing does not confer any permanent status, governance right, or financial entitlement

• Committees are instrumental bodies, not statutory authorities

• The Executive Board reserves the right to amend, expand, or curtail committee mandates in furtherance of IPRS objectives

4. General Provisions