Codes of conduct for Indian architects:-

A code of conduct is a set of rules that outlines the duties and responsibilities of a
particular person, groups or organization. All professions are bound by these codes,
including architecture which is a process of designing, planning and construction of
buildings and other structures.

In India, just like other countries, architects do have codes of conduct. Indian architects
are required to register with a government body called the council of architecture so that
one can be able to carry out the professional practice. It is illegal to conduct any
architectural activities without getting registered by this body. When they register with
this body each architect gets a unique registration number. They also have to follow the
Indians architects act 1972, which states the following.

All architects are to be bound by this act and are to follow it.

 The council of architecture shall be the body responsible for all architects. Through
this body contracts can be made. One can sue or be sued.
 The head office shall be in Delhi unless stated otherwise by the central
government, which will be put in the gazette.
 Specifies the number of members who are to be on the council and there mode of
election.
 It talks about the registration of architects. That with them they should have their
birth certificate, national identification card, relevant school documents and a
degree from a known institution.
 Punishments to those who give false representation are also stated.

The Indian government also did establish a code of conduct in the Indian constitution.
It is under the professional code of conduct 1989. It states that:

1. Every architect who's either employed or practicing is subject to the provisions of

the central civil services.

2. An architect should make sure that his professional activities do not conflict
with his responsibilities and what he is entitled to do, his responsibility to the
society and environment.

3. He or she should apply and use his skills? responsibly for the economic
development of India.

4. The architect shall provide professional services of high quality and to the best
of his ability.
 5. Should always inform the client on the conditions of engagement and the terms
of agreement especially if one is on private practice. These are to form the basis of
an appointment.

6. One should not sub commission work to another or other architects without an
agreement with his client.

7. He should not give or take discounts, gifts, commissions or any form of

inducement for introduction of a client or work.

8. He should act with impartiality and fairness when administering a contract.

9. The architect should maintain very high standards of integrity.

10. Should promote the advancement of architecture, research, training,

architectural education and also training.

11. He should respect and recognize professional responsibilities of consultants.

These are just a few codes of conduct stated in the Indian constitution. Architects
are to live by the above regulations so as to have quality output in the services they
deliver. There are also consequences to breach of these codes. One is held liable by
the law.

Definition of architecture
The theory or architecture is broad and far -reaching. The Roman architect
Vitruvius wrote the earliest known work on the subject of architecture and its
principles in the early 1st century AD.

According to him, a building had to have durability, meaning that it should be

able to remain in good condition over time; ultimately meaning that it had to
have a purpose; and beauty, meaning that it had to be aesthetically
pleasing.

A more modern concept was suggested by Louis Sullivan, a prominent 19th-

century architect who formulated the principle based on the shape of a
building relating to the function or purpose it was built.

This concept primarily focused on the function of a building, leaving

structural and aesthetic considerations fully dependent on it.
A new concept was developed in the 20th century, which took into
consideration the sustainability of a structure, coining the term sustainable
architecture.

What is the purpose of architecture?

Architecture exists to serve society and generally improve the quality of life.

Judging from its history, architecture has played a major role in the
civilization of human beings, constantly encouraging humans to expand their
creativity.

Architecture primarily serves to create a physical environment in which

humans can live.

The discipline aspect of architecture facilitates the construction of new forms

of knowledge which are meant to enhance and advance architecture itself.
Why is architecture important?
The importance of architecture is defined by the importance of place.

Architecture whether good or bad creates environments and atmosphere, that

in turn evoke positive and negative human feelings and emotions.

Aside from the subjective nature of architecture, its success is measured by

the quality of the place it creates, which if accomplished, will be enjoyed and
regularly occupied.

We need architecture it in both a physical and emotional sense …in its rawest
form, it is essentially a survival tool.

From a practical standpoint:

The built environment heavily relies on architectural designs for structures to

be successfully planned and erected.

The concept of sustainable architecture is important in ensuring that buildings

are designed in a manner that doesn't n egatively affect the environment.

The artful design of buildings often results in aesthetically pleasing

buildings.

In its own way, architecture serves as a source of revenue. This is especially

true when you consider architectural masterpieces suc h as the pyramids of
Giza, which serve to attract huge droves of tourists.
Architectural designs are a huge part of history. Over time, architecture has
been used to define significant parts of history.