A Statutory Body Constituted by The Government of India for Overall Development of The "Rubber" Industry in the Country. Without Prejudice to the Generality of the Foregoing the Measures Referred to therein may provide for: a. Undertaking, Assisting or Encouraging Scientific, technological or Economic Research. b. Training Students in Improved Methods of Planting, Cultivation, Manuring & Spraying. C. The Supply of Technical Advice to Rubber Growers. D. Improving the Marketing of Rubber. E. The Collection of Statistics from owners of Estates, Dealers & Manufacturers. F. Securing Better Working Conditions and the provision & Improvement of Amenities & Incentives to Workers. G. Carrying out any other Duties which may be Vested with the Board as per Rules made under this Act.