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[210] It is not permissible for a monk to join another *gana* (group) for the purpose of *śrutagrahaṇa* (study of scriptures) without the permission of the *ācārya* (spiritual leader), *upādhyāya* (teacher), *pravṛtaka* (preceptor), *sthavira* (elder), *gaṇī* (head of a *gana*), *gaṇadhara* (leader of a *gana*), or *gaṇāvacchedaka* (one who divides a *gana*). However, it is permissible to join another *gana* after seeking permission from the *ācārya* or *gaṇāvacchedaka*. If they grant permission, it is permissible to join another *gana*. If they do not grant permission, it is not permissible to join another *gana*. 20. If a *gaṇāvacchedaka* wishes to join another *gana* for the purpose of *śrutagrahaṇa*, it is not permissible for him to do so without relinquishing his position. It is permissible for him to join another *gana* after relinquishing his position. It is not permissible for him to join another *gana* without seeking permission from the *ācārya* or *gaṇāvacchedaka*. However, it is permissible to join another *gana* after seeking permission from the *ācārya* or *gaṇāvacchedaka*. If they grant permission, it is permissible for him to join another *gana*. If they do not grant permission, it is not permissible for him to join another *gana*. 21. If an *ācārya* or *upādhyāya* wishes to join another *gana* for the purpose of *śrutagrahaṇa*, it is not permissible for them to do so without relinquishing their position. It is permissible for them to join another *gana* after relinquishing their position. It is not permissible for them to join another *gana* without seeking permission from the *ācārya* or *gaṇāvacchedaka*. However, it is permissible to join another *gana* after seeking permission from the *ācārya* or *gaṇāvacchedaka*.