The governing body of a religious group, under MRHA, refers to the group of elected/appointed individuals to whom the leadership responsibilities of the religious group is entrusted to. The leadership responsibilities include

• the direct involvement in the management of the properties (including donations) belonging to the religious group; and

• having the capacity, on behalf of the religious group, to influence the appointment of the religious leaders of the religious group or any institutions affiliated or associated with the religious group.

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