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Different authorities have provided different definitions of a Secretary. They are as below:
In The Oxford Dictionary, a Secretary is, "a person whose work is to write for others, especially one who is employed to conduct correspondence, keep records and to transact various other business for another person or for a society, corporation or public body".
Companies Act of, 1956 defines Secretary as, "any individual possessing the prescribed qualification and appointed to perform the duties which may be performed by secretary under this act and any other ministerial or administrative duties".
The Company Secretaries Act of, 1980 defines Company Secretary as - "a person who is a member of Institute of Company Secretaries of India."
Thus, it may be inferred that a secretary is a competent individual who is trusted with sensitive information. He has the right to write letters, keep records, and preserve financial records. He must also complete ministerial and administrative tasks.
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