The DRIEMS UNIVERSITY ODISHA ACT, 2022
odisha · 2023
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the DRIEMS University, Odisha Act, 2022
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used throughout the DRIEMS University Odisha Act, 2022, including "Academic Council," "Board of Governors," and "Distance Education System."
- S. 3Establishes DRIEMS University, Odisha as a self-financed, private, non-affiliating institution in Odisha.
- S. 4Section 4 transfers control, management, assets, rights, and employees of a college to the DRIEMS University Odisha.
- S. 5Section 5 mandates the State Government to verify college infrastructure compliance with regulatory norms before issuing a notification.
- S. 6Section 6 mandates the Sponsoring Body to appoint qualified faculty, organize co-curricular activities, establish welfare programs, and ensure degree programs meet regulatory standards.
- S. 7Section 7 outlines the objectives of the university to advance knowledge, offer education programs, and collaborate with institutions for research and training.
- S. 8Section 8 grants the university powers to establish off-campus centers, conduct distance education, develop schools, confer academic distinctions, and manage property.
- S. 9Section 9 ensures equal access to the university for all, with 50% seat reservation for Odisha students, and allows filling of vacant seats with other students' permission.
- S. 10Section 10 mandates the university to seek accreditation and recognition from relevant bodies for degree programs and technical education.
- S. 11Section 11 prohibits the university from receiving any financial aid from the state government or its controlled entities.
- S. 12(1) The Governor of Odisha shall be the Visitor of the University
- S. 13The following shall be the officers of the University, namely:- a
- S. 14(1) The Chairman of the Society shall be the Chairman of the University
- S. 15(1) The Pro-Chairman of the Society shall be the Vice- Chairman of the University
- S. 16Section 16 appoints the Vice-Chancellor for three years, with potential reappointment, and outlines their executive and academic responsibilities.
- S. 17Section 17 appoints Deans by the Vice-Chancellor, outlines their research oversight duties, and sets a three-year renewable term.
- S. 18Section 18 outlines the appointment, roles, and responsibilities of the Registrar in the university.
- S. 19The Finance Officer and the Controller of examination
- S. 20Other Officers
- S. 21Section 21 outlines the authorities of the university, including the Board of Governors, which is the principal governing body with policy-making and oversight powers.
- S. 22The Board of Governors and its powers
- S. 23Section 23 establishes the Board of Management and Academic Council of the university, detailing their composition and functions.
- S. 24The Academic Council
- S. 25Section 25 establishes a Board of Studies and a Finance Committee to manage academic and financial matters at the university.
- S. 26The Finance Committee
- S. 27The constitution, powers and functions of other Authorities of the University shall be such, as may be prescribed
- S. 28Section 28 ensures no university authority actions are invalid due to constitutional authority vacancies or defects.
- S. 29Section 29 outlines the University's authority to create statutes covering various administrative, financial, and academic matters.
- S. 30Procedure for making Statutes
- S. 31The Board of Governors can create, amend, or repeal statutes with state government approval.
- S. 32Section 32 of the DRIEMS UNIVERSITY ODISHA ACT, 2022 outlines the rules governing various academic, financial, and administrative aspects of the university.
- S. 33Procedure for making Rules
- S. 34Power to amend Rules
- S. 35Section 35 outlines the admission and fee structure norms for DRIEMS University, emphasizing merit-based and reservation policies for various student categories.
- S. 36Fee Structure
- S. 37Section 37 mandates written contracts for university employees and outlines appeal procedures for disciplinary actions.
- S. 38Right to appeal
- S. 39Section 39 establishes the university's authority to create employee provident, pension funds, and insurance schemes.
- S. 40Section 40 resolves disputes on member eligibility for University authorities by referring to the Chairman for a decision.
- S. 41Section 41 empowers any university authority to form committees with specified members and powers.
- S. 42Section 42 fills casual vacancies in University authorities with replacements serving the remaining term.
- S. 43Section 43 protects university officers and employees from lawsuits for actions done in good faith under the Act, except for violations.
- S. 44Section 44 appoints initial university officials and governing bodies for three years.
- S. 45(1) The Sponsoring Body shall establish a Corpus Fund of Rupees Ten Crores
- S. 46Section 46 establishes a General Fund for the university to receive and allocate various income sources for expenses like debt repayment, asset upkeep, salaries, and student awards.
- S. 47Section 47 establishes a Development Fund for the university, funded by various contributions and fees, to be used for its development.
- S. 48Section 48 regulates the management and maintenance of funds established under previous sections, subject to Board of Governors' supervision.
- S. 49Section 49 mandates the University's Annual Report submission to the Board of Governors for approval and its distribution to the Visitor and State Government.
- S. 50Section 50 mandates the University's financial record-keeping, annual audit, and reporting to the Board of Governors and State Government.
- S. 51Section certifies University documents and registers as prima facie evidence when certified by Registrar.
- S. 52Section 52 outlines the procedures for the dissolution, suspension, and management of the university by the State Government in cases of mismanagement or failure.
- S. 53Expenditure of the University during dissolution
- S. 54Removal of difficulties