The Gauhati University Act, 1947
assam · 1947
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- S. 1The Gauhati University Act, 1947 dissolves the Gauhati University Trust Board and transfers its properties to the university, while ceasing Calcutta University's jurisdiction over Assam's educational institutions.
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Gauhati University Act, 1947, including "College," "Council," "Court," "Faculty," "Government," "Hall," "Patron," "Principal," "Registered Graduate," "Teachers," and "University."
- S. 3Section 3 outlines the composition of the Academic Council of Gauhati University, including ex-officio and appointed members.
- S. 4Section 4 grants the Academic Council authority over faculty appointments, research promotion, library management, and teaching organization.
- S. 5Section 5 of The Gauhati University Act, 1947 grants the university powers to conduct instruction, research, examinations, and degree conferrals.
- S. 6Section 6 grants each Faculty powers to recommend courses, examiners, and degree conditions, and to organize research.
- S. 7Section 7 establishes a Board of Co-ordination to oversee and coordinate the university's teaching activities and resources.
- S. 8Section 8 of The Gauhati University Act, 1947 outlines how university officers' roles, terms, and vacancies are regulated by the Statutes.
- S. 9Section 9 outlines the composition of the Gauhati University Court, detailing ex-officio, life, and other members.
- S. 10Section 10 outlines the annual meeting and special meeting convening powers of the Gauhati University Court.
- S. 11Section 11 grants the Gauhati University Court powers to approve or reject statutes, cancel ordinances, and review financial reports.
- S. 12Section 12 outlines the composition and membership of the Executive Council of Gauhati University.
- S. 13Section 13 outlines the Executive Council's responsibilities for managing university finances, property, and staff appointments.
- S. 14Section 14 establishes two proctors to help the Vice-Chancellor with university discipline and a university librarian.
- S. 15(1) No person shall be appointed or recognised as a teacher of Selection
- S. 16Section 16 outlines the qualifications, recognition, and potential withdrawal of teachers at Gauhati University.
- S. 17Section 17 details the categories and appointment processes for university teachers, including paid and honorary positions.
- S. 18Section 18 outlines the process and fees for enrolling and maintaining enrollment in Gauhati University's Register of Registered Graduates.
- S. 19The Governor of Assam shall be the Chancellor, cellor
- S. 20Section 20 designates the Chancellor as the head of Gauhati University, with specific nomination and honorary degree approval roles.
- S. 21Section 21 empowers the Statutes to regulate various aspects of the University, including degrees, fellowships, officer terms, and college recognition.
- S. 22Section 22 outlines the process for approving and amending statutes at Gauhati University, involving the Court, Executive Council, and Chancellor.
- S. 23Section 23 details the appointment, duties, and role of the Registrar as custodian of university records and secretary to the Court and Executive Council.
- S. 24Section 24 outlines the process for framing ordinances by the Executive Council, with specific consultation and approval requirements from the Academic Council and the Court.
- S. 25Section 25 allows the University authorities to create regulations for internal procedures and other unspecified matters.
- S. 26(1) The Colleges shall be such as may be named in the Statutes
- S. 27Section 27 outlines the maintenance, appointment, inspection, and recognition conditions for university halls.
- S. 28Section 28 outlines the admission process for Gauhati University students, requiring specific qualifications and examinations.
- S. 29(1) Subject to the provisions of this Act and of the Statut^q
- S. 30Section 30 mandates the University's Executive Council to prepare and submit the annual report to the Court for consideration and possible resolution.
- S. 31Section 31 outlines the preparation, audit, and publication of the University's annual accounts and financial estimates.
- S. 32Section 32 allows the Chancellor to remove a person from the Gauhati University register with two-thirds Court member approval.
- S. 33The section resolves disputes about university membership by referring them to the Chancellor for a final decision.
- S. 34Section 34 ensures that vacancies among university members do not invalidate any actions or proceedings.
- S. 35Any dispute arising out of a contract between the University arid ^Aroitranon
- S. 36Section 36 establishes pension, insurance, and provident funds for Gauhati University staff and mandates government contributions to its recurring charges.
- S. 38jf a n y difficulty arises with respect to the establishment of the difficulties
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