The Silicon University Act, 2023
odisha · 2023
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Silicon University, Odisha Act, 2023
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Silicon University, Odisha Act, 2023.
- S. 3Establishes Silicon University, Odisha as a self-financed, private, non-affiliating unitary university in Odisha.
- S. 4Section 4 transfers control, assets, rights, and employees of the College to the University, ceasing its affiliation with other universities.
- S. 5Section 5 mandates the State Government to verify the college's infrastructure against regulatory norms before issuing a notification.
- S. 6After commencement of this Act and before the appointed date, the Sponsoring Body shall give an undertaking,— Undertaki
- S. 7Section 7 outlines the objectives of Silicon University to advance knowledge, offer diverse education programs, and collaborate globally.
- S. 8Section 8 grants the Silicon University powers to conduct distance education, establish off-campus centers, and manage academic and administrative activities.
- S. 9Section 9 ensures equal admission access for all, with 50% course seat reservation for Odisha students, filling remaining seats with others if needed.
- S. 10Section 10 mandates the University to seek accreditation and recognition for degree programs and technical education from relevant bodies.
- S. 11Section 11 prohibits the university from receiving any financial aid from the state government or its entities.
- S. 12(1) The Governor of Odisha shall be the Visitor of the University
- S. 13Section 13 lists the officers of the Silicon University, including the Chairman, Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, and other specified roles.
- S. 14(1) The Chairman shall be nominated from one of the Trustee of the Sponsoring Body and who shall be head of the Universi
- S. 15(1) Any person from the Board of Governors, nominated by the Chairman, shall be the Vice-Chairman of the University
- S. 16Section 16 appoints the Vice-Chancellor by the Chairman from a panel recommended by the Board, outlines their role, and details appeal processes for actions taken.
- S. 17Section 17 appoints Deans by the Vice-Chancellor, outlines their responsibilities, and sets a three-year renewable term.
- S. 18Section 18 appoints the Registrar, outlines their duties, and specifies their responsibilities for records and contracts.
- S. 19Section 19 appoints the Finance Officer by the Board and the Controller of Examinations by the Vice-Chancellor.
- S. 20Section 20 prescribes the manner of appointment and terms for university officers as per the Statutes.
- S. 21Section 21 outlines the authorities of the Silicon University, including the Board of Governors, Board of Management, and others.
- S. 22Section 22 outlines the composition and powers of the Board of Governors as the principal governing body of Silicon University, including policy-making and budget approval.
- S. 23Section 23 outlines the composition and term of the Board of Management for Silicon University.
- S. 24Section 24 establishes the Academic Council and Board of Studies for academic supervision and policy coordination in the university.
- S. 25The Board of Studies
- S. 26Section 26 establishes the Finance Committee, its members, and its role in managing the university's financial matters.
- S. 27The constitution, powers and functions of other Authorities of the University shall be such, as may be prescribed
- S. 28Section 28 ensures university actions remain valid despite any authority vacancies or constitutional defects.
- S. 29Section 29 empowers the Statutes to regulate various university operations, including authority constitution, fund management, and academic procedures.
- S. 30The Board of Governors drafts statutes for Silicon University, which the State Government must approve within three months or it's deemed approved.
- S. 31The Board of Governors can create, amend, or repeal statutes with state government approval.
- S. 32Section 32 outlines the rules-making powers of the Silicon University to regulate various academic, financial, and administrative matters.
- S. 33Section 33 outlines the approval process for rules made by the Board of Governors, with automatic approval if no decision is made within two months.
- S. 34Section 34 allows the Board of Governors to make or amend rules with state approval; Section 35 details admission based on merit and special categories.
- S. 35Admission
- S. 36Section 36 outlines the University's fee structure, fee concessions for specific groups, and employee appointment contracts.
- S. 37Conditions of service of employees
- S. 38Section 38 provides officers, employees, and students of Silicon University the right to appeal decisions to respective governing bodies.
- S. 39Section establishes a provident or pension fund and insurance scheme for university employees.
- S. 40Section 40 resolves disputes about University member eligibility by referring to the Chairman for decision.
- S. 41Section 41 empowers university authorities to form committees with specified members and powers.
- S. 42Section 42 fills casual vacancies in university authorities with members chosen in the same manner for 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 officers and councils for Silicon University, all holding three-year terms.
- S. 45(1) The Sponsoring Body shall establish a Corpus Fund of Rupees Ten Crores
- S. 46General Fund
- S. 47Development Fund
- S. 48Section 48 regulates the maintenance and supervision of funds established under sections 45, 46, and 47 for Silicon University's development.
- S. 49Section 49 mandates the University's Board of Management to prepare and submit the Annual Report to the Board of Governors for approval and distribution to the Visitor and State Government.
- S. 50Section 50 mandates the preparation, audit, and submission of annual financial reports for Silicon University.
- S. 51Certified copies of university documents or registers, verified by the Registrar, are admissible as evidence.
- S. 52Section 52 outlines procedures for the dissolution and management suspension of Silicon University by the State Government.
- S. 53Section 53 allows the University's administration costs during management takeover to be funded by its funds or by selling its properties if needed.
- S. 54Section 54 allows the State Government to issue orders to resolve Act implementation issues, but only within two years.