The Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University Act, 2007
andhra-pradesh · 2007
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- S. 1Added by the Act No
- S. 2Inserted by the Act No
- S. 3Establishes Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University in Andhra Pradesh with specified authorities and powers to manage property and legal affairs.
- S. 4Section 4 establishes the Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University's jurisdiction over horticulture education, research, and extension programs throughout Andhra Pradesh.
- S. 5Inserted by the Act No
- S. 6Section 6 outlines the admission criteria for Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University, reserving seats for specific categories and maintaining academic standards.
- S. 7Section 7 outlines the Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University's powers to teach, conduct research, and confer academic degrees in horticulture and related fields.
- S. 8Section 8 grants the Chancellor the right to inspect and inquire into the University's affairs and properties.
- S. 9Section 9 lists the authorities of Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University, including the Board of Management and Academic Council.
- S. 10Board of Management and its Constitution - (1) The Chancellor shall constitute the Board of Management
- S. 11Section 11 outlines the Board's authority to manage, supervise, and conduct administrative affairs of the University, including financial, property, and academic matters.
- S. 12Section 12 outlines the composition and meeting frequency of the Academic Council for Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University.
- S. 13Section 13 outlines the Academic Council's authority to regulate academic programs, faculty appointments, and educational standards at Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University.
- S. 14Section 14 establishes a Research and Extension Council for Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University.
- S. 15Section 15 outlines the powers and functions of the Research and Extension Council to advise on and manage research and extension programs in horticulture.
- S. 16Section 16 establishes the faculties, departments, boards, deans, and heads for the Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University.
- S. 17Section 17 outlines the powers and functions of the Board of Faculties in recommending academic policies and curriculum to the Academic Council.
- S. 18Section 18 allows the authority to form committees with members from within and outside the authority as deemed fit.
- S. 19Section 19 fills casual vacancies among non-ex-officio members by the appointing authority for the remaining term.
- S. 20Section 20 allows the Board to remove University authority members convicted of moral offenses and outlines resignation procedures.
- S. 21Section 21 determines that the Chancellor's decision on the validity of any act or proceeding by the Authority is final.
- S. 22Section 22 determines that the Chancellor's decision on membership validity for University authorities is final after providing a hearing.
- S. 23Section 23 ensures the validity of University acts and protects its authorities and employees from legal challenges.
- S. 24Section 24 lists the officers of Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University, including Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, Deans, Directors, and others.
- S. 25Chancellor - The Governor of Andhra Pradesh shall be the Chancellor of the University
- S. 26Section 26 outlines the appointment, term, resignation, and temporary replacement of the Vice-Chancellor at Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University.
- S. 27First Vice-Chancellor - The first Vice-Chancellor shall be appointed by the Chancellor
- S. 28Section 28 outlines the Vice-Chancellor's roles as the academic head, executive officer, and duty to maintain discipline and oversee university operations.
- S. 29Section 29 establishes a Dean for each faculty to oversee teaching, research, and extension activities.
- S. 30Section 30 establishes a Director of Research to oversee and coordinate university horticulture research programs and stations.
- S. 31Section 31 establishes a Director of Extension responsible for implementing extension programs outlined in section 42.
- S. 32Section 32 establishes a Director of Industrial and International Programmes to coordinate industry and international programs for the university.
- S. 33Section 33 outlines the Dean of Students Affairs' duties, including student housing, extra-curricular activities, employment, and welfare.
- S. 34Registrar - (1) The Registrar shall be responsible for the due custody of records and the common seal of the University
- S. 35Section 35 outlines the Comptroller's duties in managing the University's budget, funds, accounts, and property.
- S. 36Section 36 outlines the duties of the Controller of Examinations in managing student admissions, academic calendar, exams, and certification.
- S. 37Section 37 assigns the Estate Officer to oversee civil works and maintenance of university facilities excluding farm lands.
- S. 38Section 38 assigns the University Librarian to oversee and manage the university library and coordinate library operations across constituent units.
- S. 39Section 39 outlines the appointment, terms, and duties of university officers other than Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor.
- S. 40Section 40 outlines the University's teaching programs in horticulture, agriculture, and allied sciences, transferring existing government facilities and budgets to the University.
- S. 41—
- S. 42Section 42 establishes extension programs to provide research-based information and training to farmers and coordinate with other university functions and state agencies.
- S. 43Section 43 mandates the Vice-Chancellor to coordinate teaching, research, and extension activities and integrate university curricula to optimize resources.
- S. 44Section 44 mandates government coordination and advice for Dr.Y.S.R. Horticultural University's activities.
- S. 45Section 45 appoints faculty members at the university based on Selection Committee recommendations and sets their remuneration and service conditions.
- S. 46Section 46 establishes pension, insurance, and welfare funds for university employees and may apply government provident fund rules.
- S. 47Section 47 establishes a Tribunal of Arbitration to resolve disputes between the University and its staff, with decisions being final.
- S. 48Section 48 outlines the university's fund management, including General and Foundation Funds, and reporting requirements for government grants.
- S. 49The University can borrow money from various sources but must get government approval for loans exceeding fifty lakhs.
- S. 50Section 50 restricts the University from diverting funds, revising staff pay scales, or implementing schemes requiring government contributions without government approval.
- S. 51Section 51 establishes a Finance Committee to review the university's financial position and advise on budgets and accounts.
- S. 52Section 52 mandates the Comptroller to prepare the University's annual accounts, which must be certified and submitted to the Government for audit.
- S. 53Section 53 mandates the government to provide annual lumpsum grants to the university for various specified expenditures.
- S. 54Section 54 outlines the statutes' authority to regulate university authorities, officers, staff, faculty, and pension schemes.
- S. 55Statutes how made - (1) The statutes with regard to matters set out in section 54 shall be made by the Government
- S. 56Section 56 outlines the authority of various university bodies to create regulations for governance, academic matters, and student benefits.
- S. 57Section 57 mandates students to live in university-provided or approved accommodations, subject to prescribed conditions.
- S. 58Section 58 mandates the preparation and circulation of the University's annual report to the Board and government.
- S. 59Section allows the Vice-Chancellor to temporarily appoint officers or form committees to perform duties until proper authorities are established.
- S. 60Section 60 allows the government to transfer horticulture colleges and institutions to Dr. Y.S.R. Horticultural University, disaffiliating them from Acharya N.G. Ranga Agricultural University.
- S. 61Section 61 allows the Board to delegate its powers to University officers or authorities under specified conditions.
- S. 62The section grants the government authority to issue orders to resolve any difficulties in implementing the act, with no legal challenge allowed on such grounds.
- S. 63Repeal of Ordinance 8 of 2007 DR