5.1 The purpose of this chapter is to lay down the conditions which NSFs will be expected to fulfill while applying for recognition. The intention is further to ensure that NSFs maintain certain basic standards, norms and procedures with regard to their internal functioning, which conform to the high principles and objectives laid down by the concerned International Federation, and which are also in complete consonance with the principles laid down in the Olympic Charter or in the constitution of the Indian Olympic Association. 5.2 The purpose of this chapter is to lay down the conditions which NSFs will be expected to fulfill while applying for recognition. The intention is further to ensure that NSFs maintain certain basic standards, norms and procedures with regard to their internal functioning, which conform to the high principles and objectives laid down by the concerned International Federation, and which are also in complete consonance with the principles laid down in the Olympic Charter or in the constitution of the Indian Olympic Association. The current legal status of the organisation. Recognition by the International and Asian Federation. Recognition by the IOA. its undisputed status as an Apex Body in India Its all India spread. The role and contribution of the organisation in promoting and developing Sports in India. Its internal financial and management practices and standards. Its electoral practices. Its protection and promotion of players interests and welfare. 5.3 The Ministry reserves the right to suspend or withdraw the recognition of NSF, in the event of serious irregularities being detected in their internal functioning. The procedure and consequences of suspension and de-recognition are indicated at Annexure III.
