(ii) The State shall guarantee and respect the independence of nongovernmental organisations which protect and promote human rights. VI. Gender balance and fair representation of marginalised groups. The State shall ensure gender balance and fair representation of marginalised groups on all constitutional and other bodies. VII. Protection of the aged. The State shall make reasonable provision for the welfare and maintenance of the aged. VIII. Provision of adequate resources for organs of government. The distribution of powers and functions as well as checks and balances provided for in the Constitution among various organs and institutions of government shall be supported through the provision of adequate resources for their effective functioning at all levels. IX. The right to development. In order to facilitate rapid and equitable development, the State shall encourage private initiative and self-reliance. X. Role of the people in development. The State shall take all necessary steps to involve the people in the formulation and implementation of development plans and programmes which affect them. XI. Role of the State in development. (i) The State shall give the highest priority to the enactment of legislation establishing measures that protect and enhance the right of the people to equal opportunities in development. (ii) The State shall stimulate agricultural, industrial, technological and scientific development by adopting appropriate policies and the enactment of enabling legislation.