The PUDUCHERRY BOARD OF SECONDARY AND HIGHER SECONDARY EDUCATION ACT, 2003
puducherry · 2004
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Puducherry Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Act, 2003
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Puducherry Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Act, 2003.
- S. 3Section establishes a Board for secondary and higher secondary education in Puducherry, ensuring it is open to all without religious discrimination.
- S. 4(1) The jurisdiction of the Board shall extend to the whole of Union territory of Puducherry
- S. 5Section 5 outlines the Board's duties to improve secondary and higher secondary education and support educational advancement for all communities.
- S. 6Section 6 grants the Board powers to manage secondary and higher secondary education, including school affiliations, curriculum, and advising on educational policies.
- S. 7Section 7 lists the officers of the Board, including the Chairman, Secretary, and other designated officials.
- S. 8(1) The Chairman of the Board shall be appointed by the Government by a notification published in the official gazette
- S. 9Section 9 outlines the Chairman's role, powers, and duties in presiding over the Board and its committees.
- S. 10(1) The Secretary of the Board shall be a whole time salaried officer of the Board
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- S. 14Section 14 outlines the term, retirement, and disqualification criteria for members of the Puducherry Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education.
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- S. 16Section 16 allows non-ex-officio Board members to resign, and Section 17 details removal conditions for Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and members on proven misconduct.
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- S. 19Section 19 fills casual vacancies in the Board or its committees by nomination or designation temporarily.
- S. 20Section 20 ensures the validity of the Board's acts despite constitutional or membership defects.
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- S. 24Section 24 outlines the Executive Council's duties to manage the Board's seal, property, finances, investments, and fees.
- S. 25Section 25 establishes the Academic Council as the chief academic authority, detailing its composition and four-year term for members.
- S. 26The Academic Council shall be the chief academic body and shall have the right to advise the Board on all academic matt
- S. 27Section 27 establishes a Finance Committee for the Board with specific members and outlines its duties.
- S. 28The Finance Committee shall act as an advisory body on all matters concerning the finance of the Board
- S. 29Section 29 establishes the Examination Committee's composition and its members' selection process.
- S. 30Section 30 outlines the Examination Committee's duties to oversee and manage school examinations, including setting dates and penalties for unfair practices.
- S. 31Section 31 establishes the Affiliation Committee to recommend school affiliations and suggest changes to affiliation regulations.
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- S. 35Section 35 outlines the financial authorities and responsibilities of the Board in managing budgets and annual reports.
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- S. 37Section 37 mandates that payments from the Board’s Fund can only be made via cheque or letter of credit signed by a duly authorized Board officer.
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- S. 39Section 39 mandates the Board to prepare and submit an annual report to the Executive Council for consideration and action.
- S. 40Section 40 specifies eligibility for final exams conducted by the Board, allowing only affiliated institution candidates or those specifically permitted by the Board.
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- S. 42Section 42 allows members to elect a presiding officer if neither the Chairman nor another designated person is available.
- S. 43Section 43 allows disputes about the Act's provisions or Board appointments to be referred to the Government for a final decision.
- S. 44Section 44 protects the Board and its officials from legal actions for decisions made in good faith under the Act.
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- S. 46Section 46 allows the Board to create regulations for Board and committee meeting procedures, quorums, and allowances.
- S. 47Section 47 allows the Government to initially set regulations for the Board until new ones are made by the Board.
- S. 48Information, returns, etc
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- S. 51Section 51 allows the Board to refer interpretation disputes of regulations to the Government for a final decision.