Functions :
- To issue ‘No Objection Certificate’ (NOC) for inter-country adoption of Indian children by Non-Resident Indians / Overseas Citizens of India / Foreigners;
- To issue Conformity Certificate in the cases of inter-country adoption finalized in India (as per Art. 23 of the Hague Convention, 1993);
- To decide the cases of recognition / renewal / derecognition of Indian Placement Agencies (RIPAs) and enlistment / renewal / de-enlistment cases of Foreign Adoption Agencies (EFAAs);
- To decide appropriate measures to be taken in adoption disruption cases;
- Any other matter having policy ramifications regarding inter-country adoption.
Composition :
- Chairperson (CARA)
- Secretary (CARA)
- Joint Director (CARA)
- Outside Expert Member
- Concerned Deputy Director (CARA