The presentation pointed out that the JSCD was established in terms of section 228 (3) of the Interim Constitution (1993) and Joint Rule 120A. Membership (JR 120B) is determined by section 228 (3) of the Interim Constitution read with item 24 (1) of Schedule 6 to the Constitution, which states that it is equal to the number obtained by dividing by 10 the total number of seats held in the National Assembly by all parties holding more than 10 seats. The appointment of co-chairpersons is also dealt with (JR 120C).