The powers, functions and duties of the council shall be as follows:
(a) To formulate policies as regards to training and research programme to be  conducted by the Academy,
(b) To approve the long-term plan of the Academy,
(c) To approve the annual programme and budget of the Academy,
(d) To evaluate the activities conducted by the Academy,
(e) To frame Rules of the Academy and to approve bye laws, ………
(f) To carry out other functions as prescribed by the Council itself……….