3. General objects of the Corporation,
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The general objects for which the Corporation is constituted are hereby declared to be—
to take all necessary steps to promote the study of
Buddhism
;
to establish unity and co-operation among Buddhists ;
to work in harmony with other Buddhist societies for the advancement of Buddhism ;
(¢) to encourage the practical observance of Buddhism and propagate Buddhism
;
to work towards the advancement of the physical, intellectual and social welfare of the members 3; and
to give financial aid and offer scholarships to those
Buddhist students and Bhikkus residing in the district of Ratnapura who are clever, intelligent and able to pursue higher studies but are prevented from doing so, due to their economic conditions.
2A 63762—-12,500 (82/05)