The undersigned is interested (a) to promote the study of Geology, Mining and Metallurgy and of Mineral occurrences in India and of allied engineering subjects, with a view to disseminating the information obtained for facilitating the economic development of the mineral industries of the country and (b) to advance and protect the interest of the mineral and metal industries and the welfare of those engaged therein and to assist in maintaining just and honourable practice in the professions of Geology, Mining and Metallurgical Engineering, and, therefore, desires to be enrolled as a Life Member of the Institute.