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Model Diplomat Research Team · Last reviewed June 22, 2026

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- A statutory body, provision, or power is one created, defined, or authorised by a specific Act of the legislature, deriving its existence and authority directly from statute.
- What is the difference between a statutory and a constitutional body?
- Is NITI Aayog a statutory body?
- Can a statutory body act beyond the powers given in its parent Act?
- Name two statutory bodies in the environmental sector tested in UPSC.?

[Civil Service & Diplomatic Exams](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/civil-services/glossary)Updated June 22, 2026

A statutory body, provision, or power is one created, defined, or authorised by a specific Act of the legislature, deriving its existence and authority directly from statute.

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