Section 13Functions of appropriate authority

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

to enforce the standards to be fulfilled by the clinic or bank;

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;

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

to supervise the implementation of the provisions of this Act and the rules and regulations made thereunder;

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;

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

such other functions as may be prescribed.