The ODIA UNIVERSITY ACT, 2017
odisha · 2017
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Odia University Act, 2017
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used throughout the Odisha University Act, 2017.
- S. 3(1) There shall be established in the State of Odisha a non-affiliating unitary University by the name of the Odia Univ
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the objectives of the Odisha University Act, 2017, to promote Odia language, literature, and research, and to develop interdisciplinary education.
- S. 5Section 5 outlines the powers and functions of the university to promote instruction, research, and advancement in Odia language and related fields.
- S. 6(1) The Governor of Odisha shall, by virtue of his office, be the Chancellor of the University
- S. 7Section 7 lists the key officers of the university, including the Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, and Comptroller of Finance.
- S. 8Section 8 outlines the appointment process for the Vice-Chancellor of the University, involving a selection committee and the Chancellor.
- S. 9Section 9 of The Odisha University Act, 2017 outlines the appointment, qualifications, and duties of the University Registrar.
- S. 10Section 10 appoints the Comptroller of Finance, outlines their financial responsibilities, and details their role in university budget management.
- S. 11Section 11 appoints the first Registrar and Comptroller of Finance by the Chancellor, recommended by the Government.
- S. 12Section 12 appoints the Controller of Examinations and outlines their duties related to university examinations.
- S. 13Section 13 outlines the authorities of the university, including the Board, Academic Council, Board of Studies, and other specified authorities.
- S. 14Section 14 establishes the University's Board as the top executive body for management and administration, composed of various university officials and external representatives.
- S. 15Section 15 outlines the Board's powers and functions, including executive control, policy review, property management, and appointment of staff.
- S. 16Section 16 establishes the Academic Council as the University's apex academic body, responsible for overseeing academic programs and maintaining educational standards.
- S. 17Section 17 of The Odisha University Act, 2017 grants the Academic Council authority to advise on academic matters, regulate courses, and determine academic standards and awards.
- S. 18(1) There shall be a Board of Studies for each branch of study or branches of study as the Academic Council may decide
- S. 19Section 19 outlines the appointment, salary, allowances, and service conditions for University officers, teachers, and employees as per the Statutes.
- S. 20Section 20 establishes Schools within the University, assigns their responsibilities, and details the role and term of each School's Dean.
- S. 21Section 21 allows the University's Statutes to cover various administrative, academic, and operational aspects of the University.
- S. 22Section 22 outlines the process for making, amending, and approving statutes for the university, requiring consultation with authorities and approval from the government.
- S. 23Section 23 outlines the authority of the Ordinance to regulate student admission, examinations, and university management.
- S. 24Section 24 allows university authorities to create regulations for their operations and committee conduct.
- S. 25Section 25 establishes a University Fund and outlines its sources, management, and financial planning procedures.
- S. 26Section 26 mandates the University to prepare and submit annual reports to the Board, for consideration by the Academic Council.
- S. 27Section 27 mandates the Comptroller to prepare the University's annual accounts and requires annual audits per Odisha Local Fund Audit Act.
- S. 28Section 28 resolves disputes on university authority membership by referring to the Chancellor for a final decision.
- S. 29Section 29 allows the University to form committees with or without its authority members, as deemed fit.
- S. 30Section 30 fills vacancies in University authorities by nomination or election for the remaining term.
- S. 31Section 31 ensures that vacancies among university members do not invalidate any actions or proceedings.
- S. 32Section 32 disqualifies individuals from university authority positions if they are mentally unsound, bankrupt, convicted of moral offenses, or seek a second consecutive term.
- S. 33Section 33 allows the government to take over university management and appoint an administrator if it finds management non-compliant or ineffective.
- S. 34Removal of difficulties
- S. 1948Section mandates audit reports be presented to State Legislature for 14 days, special audits by Government, and University to correct audit findings.