Central Government power to supersede a regulatory board enables temporary takeover of functions and vesting of board property. Central Government may, by notification for up to six months, supersede the Board where a grave emergency, persistent default in complying with government directions or public interest necessitates it. Upon supersession members vacate office, the Government may direct persons to exercise the Board's powers, functions and duties, and Board property vests in the Central Government until reconstitution. The Government may reconstitute the Board before expiry and vacating members are not disqualified for appointment; a notification and full report must be laid before both Houses of Parliament.