Basic Code Governing Central Administrative Agencies Organizations Article 3

The definition of terms used in this Code shall be as follows:1.“Agency” means an organization established in accordance with organic laws or decrees (hereinafter referred to as “organic laws and regulations”) exercising public authority by making and expressing the will of the country within the scope of its defined functions.2.“Independent agency” means a commission-type collegial organization that exercises its powers and functions independently without the supervision of other agencies, and operates autonomously unless otherwise stipulated.3.“Affiliated institution” means an organization subordinate to an agency established in accordance with organic laws and regulations and vested with partial authority and duties to handle functions in line with the purpose of its establishment.4.“Unit” means an organization established within an agency based on the division of organizational functions.