The Bodoland University Act, 2009
assam · 2009
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Bodoland University Act, 2009
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used throughout the Bodoland University Act, 2009, such as "Affiliated College," "Board of Studies," and "Executive Council."
- S. 4Section 4 establishes Bodoland University as a body corporate with perpetual succession, powers to provide education, research, and academic degrees, and to create necessary posts.
- S. 6Section 6 ensures equal admission and opportunities for all at the university, prohibiting any religious tests for admission or benefits.
- S. 7Section 7 outlines the officers of Bodoland University, including the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, Rector, Registrar, and others as defined by statutes.
- S. 10Section 10 outlines the appointment, terms, and conditions of the Vice-Chancellor at Bodoland University.
- S. 11(1) The Vice-Chancellor shall be the principal executive and Academic Officer o f the University
- S. 12(1) The Registrar shall be whole time salaried officer of the University
- S. 13Section 13 outlines the Registrar's powers and duties, including record custody, correspondence, examination conduct, financial supervision, and property management for Bodoland University.
- S. 14the University The Court 15
- S. 16Section 16 empowers the Court to review and suggest improvements for the University's policies, approve budgets, and modify Statutes.
- S. 17Section 17 outlines the composition and members of the Executive Council of Bodoland University.
- S. 19Section 19 outlines the composition and powers of the Academic Council of Bodoland University, including its members and duties.
- S. 20Section 20 outlines the Academic Council's duties including seal regulation, property management, report submission, budget approval, and fund allocation.
- S. 21Section 21 details the composition of the Post-Graduate Board at Bodoland University.
- S. 22Section 22 outlines the Post-Graduate Board's powers to recommend course patterns, curricula, and academic awards for Bodoland University's post-graduate programs.
- S. 23Section 23 outlines the composition of the Under-Graduate Board for Bodoland University.
- S. 24Section 24 outlines the Under-Graduate Board's powers to recommend course patterns, faculty appointments, awards, curricula, funding, and teaching standards for undergraduate programs.
- S. 25(1) There shall be a Board of Studies in each main branch of study
- S. 26Section 26 empowers each Board to recommend course, curriculum, and exam changes for respective studies.
- S. 27—
- S. 28duties of the Finance Committee
- S. 31Section 31 outlines the university's financial auditing, reporting, and budget submission processes.
- S. 35Section 35 ensures university actions remain valid despite member vacancies or election irregularities.
- S. 36Section 36 resolves disputes about University Authority membership and decisions, referring them to the Chancellor for a final decision.
- S. 38Section 38 outlines criteria for colleges or institutions seeking affiliation with Bodoland University, including management, facilities, staff, student welfare, and financial adequacy.
- S. 39Section 39 allows various university authorities to delegate their powers and duties to specific officers or committees.
- S. 40Section 40 appoints the Vice-Chancellor and outlines the formation of initial university statutes, ordinances, and regulations.
- S. 42Section 42 outlines the appointment process for the first Rector, Registrar, and teachers, and allows the State Government to intervene if university funds are misused.
- S. 42BSection 42B preserves decisions and actions made under previous laws that are not inconsistent with the new act.
- S. 42CSection 42C gives the State Government final say on disputes about the Act's interpretation and allows it to resolve difficulties in university authority formation.