AIFF adopts new constitution; takes two clauses to SC, Pg17.

Key Highlights:

• The AIFF adopted the Supreme Court-approved constitution in a Special General Body Meeting.
• Two clauses were left out for discussion with the Supreme Court.
• The Supreme Court approved the constitution on September 19.
• FIFA set a deadline of October 30 for the adoption of the constitution.
• The AIFF executive committee includes 16 elected officials and 6 co-opted former players with voting rights.
• 12 of the 16 officials also hold posts in state units.

Detailed Insights:

• The debated clauses potentially require executive committee members to choose between their AIFF position and their state association roles.
• Article 25.3 (c) of the constitution would affect officials holding positions in both the AIFF and state units.
• The adoption of the constitution is aimed at complying with FIFA regulations and improving the governance of football in India.
• The Supreme Court's involvement highlights the efforts to ensure transparency and accountability within the AIFF.

Key Concepts Involved:

• AIFF: The governing body for football in India.
• FIFA: The international governing body of association football.
• Executive Committee: A group of individuals elected or appointed to manage the affairs of an organization.