The Andhra Pradesh Intermediate Education Act, 1971.
andhra-pradesh · 1971
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- S. 1Short title, extent and commencement - (1) This Act may be called the Andhra Pradesh Intermediate Education Act, 1971
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Andhra Pradesh Intermediate Education Act, 1971, including "academic year," "affiliated college," and "Board."
- S. 3Establishment, constitution, incorporation, etc
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the term of office for Board members and the process for filling casual vacancies.
- S. 5Section 5 appoints a Chairman for the Board and outlines his duties, term, and emergency powers.
- S. 6Section 6 appoints Vice-Chairmen to assist the Chairman and act in his absence.
- S. 7Section 7 appoints a Secretary as the Board's chief executive and outlines his duties, including record custody and office supervision.
- S. 8The section allows the government to remove a Board member for abusing their position, after giving them a chance to respond.
- S. 9Section 9 grants the Board powers to regulate Intermediate education, affiliate colleges, set teacher qualifications, conduct exams, and coordinate with universities.
- S. 10Section 10 outlines the meeting procedures for the Board, including frequency, quorum, and decision-making process.
- S. 11Section 11 allows the Board to form committees, delegate functions, and dissolve them as needed.
- S. 12Section 12 grants the Board authority to create regulations for the Act's implementation, including Board operations, committee functions, and educational standards.
- S. 13Section 13 outlines the income sources and expenses of the Andhra Pradesh Intermediate Education Board, including fees, government grants, and salaries.
- S. 14Proceedings not to be invalidated by reason of vacancies etc
- S. 15Section 15 grants the government authority to inspect and inquire into junior colleges, with the ability to issue directives if the board fails to act.
- S. 16Section 16 allows the government to dissolve and reconstitute the Board if it fails to perform its duties or abuses its powers.
- S. 17Section 17 empowers the government to create rules for implementing the Act and mandates legislative review.
- S. 18Section 18 deems Board members and staff as public servants and makes assaulting exam officials a cognizable offense.
- S. 19Section 19 protects government officials from legal action for actions taken in good faith under the Act.
- S. 20Section 20 transitions existing Intermediate Education Board's functions and assets to a new Board established under the Act.
- S. 21Section 21 allows the government to issue notifications to address difficulties in implementing the Act, but only within two years of its commencement.