LEGAL PROBLEMS REGARDING THE DUTIES OF PRECEPTORS UNDER SECTION 23 OF THE SANGHA ACT, B.E. 2505 AMENDMENTS (NO. 2) B.E. 2535 AND THE RULES OF THE SUPREME SANGHA COUNCIL NO. 17 (B.E. 2536)

Abstract

Objectives of this research article were: 1. To study the characteristics, rules, and procedures for performing the duties of a preceptor according to Section 23 of the Sangha Act, B.E. 2505, as amended by the Sangha Act (No. 2), B.E. 2535, comparing the Sangha rules. Association No. 17 (1993) regarding the appointment and removal of preceptors 2. To study and analyze the concept of methods for performing the duties of preceptors according to Section 23 of the Sangha Act, B.E. 2505, as amended by the Sangha Act (Edition 2) B.E. 2535 (B.E. 2535), to compare the rules of the Sangha Supreme Council No. 17 (B.E. 2536) regarding the appointment and removal of preceptors. This research study was documentary research. She presented the research findings descriptively and analytically.

The research results were found that 1. Qualifications of those holding the position of preceptor, the characteristics of the Sukkhapaksa, namely the White Dhamma, referred to the qualities of a monk who can be a preceptor for ordination, can be a teacher for advisees, and can have novices as attendants which are good qualifications. People who have these characteristics should be appointed. 2. Section 23 Appointment and removal of preceptors, abbots, deputy abbots, assistant abbots, and monks regarding administrative positions in the Sangha Administration. Other positions and Vaiyavajjakorn, churchwarden shall be by the criteria and procedures specified in the Sangha Rules. Regarding holding a position, The Upajjāya preceptor must give ordination to young children only. And only within the area as provided in Section 4 of the Rules of Sangha Supreme Council.