Term of Independent Directoe

As per CA ID can be appointed for a term of 5 years and two consecutive term. what if he complete his first term and opts not to offer himself for reappointment. After 2 months can he be reappointed on same capacity.
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This discussion explores the reappointment of an independent director who has completed their first term and opted not to seek reappointment for a second consecutive term. The core question is whether a 'cooling-off' period is required if they wish to be reappointed after a short break. The consensus leans towards a cooling-off period being necessary to adhere to the spirit of 'two consecutive terms' regulations, even if there's a gap.

Dear Vishal,

In my opinion he can not be appointed without a cooling period of 3 years because if we give proper weight to the word used therein section 149(10) "2 consecutive terms" and in the present scenario you are saying, is not a consecutive term.
What about his second term. He has completed his first term and resigned due to his personal reason. After 2 months he informed that he is available for appointment and board want to appoint him as ID. In this case does he has observe cooling period.
My emphasis on the word "Consecutive" given in section 149 sub section (10).
I think if there is a gap, he can not be said to be consecutively reappointed.

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