The Baba Farid University of Health Sciences Act, 1998
punjab · 1998
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Baba Farid University of Health Sciences Act, 1998
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used throughout the Baba Farid University of Health Sciences Act, 1998.
- S. 3Establishes Baba Farid University of Health Sciences in Punjab with perpetual succession and property rights.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the mission of the University to foster intellectual exchange and collaboration in health sciences.
- S. 5Section 5 outlines the objectives of the Baba Farid University of Health Sciences to standardize education, promote research, develop study centers, and integrate information technology in health sciences.
- S. 6Section 6 outlines the powers and functions of the Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, including curriculum development, examination conduct, degree awarding, and institution management.
- S. 7Section 7 mandates that Punjab health science colleges must seek University and government consent to affiliate with other universities, and transfers existing affiliations to the University.
- S. 8Section 8 prohibits discrimination based on caste, creed, or gender in university offices and admissions, while allowing reserved seats per government directions.
- S. 9Section 9 allows the government to transfer government colleges or hospitals to the university, with assets and employees also transferring.
- S. 10Section 10 empowers the Chancellor to inspect University affairs and direct actions if the Board of Management fails to act.
- S. 11Section 11 mandates the university to establish field units for health research and requires state agencies' cooperation.
- S. 12Section 12 lists the officers of the University, including the Vice-Chancellor, Deans, Registrar, and others as declared by the University.
- S. 13(1) The Governor of Punjab shall by virtue of his office be the Chancellor of the University
- S. 14(1) The Vice-Chancellor shall be a whole time and resident officer of the University
- S. 15Section 15 outlines the Vice-Chancellor's executive and academic leadership, powers, and duties in managing the university.
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- S. 17Section 17 outlines how Deans at the university are appointed and defines their powers and duties as prescribed by statutes.
- S. 18Section 18 details the appointment, duties, and term of the Registrar in the University, who manages university property and acts as Secretary for various councils.
- S. 19(1) The Controller of Examinations shall be a whole time officer appointed by the Board of Management
- S. 20(1) The Finance Officer shall be a whole time salaried officer of the University, appointed by the Board of Management
- S. 21Section 21 prescribes the manner of appointment and service conditions for certain university officers.
- S. 22Section 22 prohibits university officers from accepting extra remuneration except as specified in the statutes or regulations.
- S. 23Section 23 lists the authorities of the University, including Senate, Board of Management, and other bodies as defined by statutes.
- S. 24Section 24 establishes the Senate as an advisory body for the university, detailing its composition and members.
- S. 25(1) The meetings of the Senate shall be held at least twice a year on the dates to be fixed by the Vice-Chancellor
- S. 26Section 26 grants the Senate powers to review university policies, advise the Chancellor, and perform other assigned duties.
- S. 27Section 27 establishes the composition, powers, and functions of the Board of Management for the Baba Farid University of Health Sciences.
- S. 28(1) The Board of Management shall be the Principal executive authority of the University
- S. 29Section 29 outlines the Academic Council's role in overseeing academic policies and maintaining educational standards at the university.
- S. 30Section 30 outlines the powers and meeting procedures of the Academic Council in the university.
- S. 31The constitution, powers and functions of the Planning Board shall be such, as may be prescribed by the statutes
- S. 32The constitution, powers and functions of the Finance Committee shall be such, as may be prescribed by the statutes
- S. 33The Faculties of the University, their constitution, functions and powers shall be such as may be prescribed by the sta
- S. 34There shall be boards of studies attached to each Faculty of the University
- S. 35Section 35 establishes the University's general fund to receive income from fees, endowments, government grants, and international organizations.
- S. 36The University may have such other funds also, as may be prescribed by the statutes
- S. 37The University may, for any of the purposes prescribed by the statutes, borrow money from a bank or a corporation
- S. 38All the funds of the University shall be managed in such manner, as may be prescribed by the statutes
- S. 39The Government shall have power to order special audit of the accounts of the University by such Auditors, as it may di
- S. 40Section 40 mandates the Vice-Chancellor to prepare and submit financial estimates to the Board of Management for approval.
- S. 41Section mandates annual submission of University's financial accounts to the Government for audit and review.
- S. 42Section 42 mandates the Board of Management to prepare the University's annual report, which is submitted to the Senate for consideration.
- S. 43Section 43 outlines the powers of the university's statutes to regulate various administrative and academic functions.
- S. 44(1) The Board of Management may, from time to time, make statutes or may amend or repeal the same
- S. 45Section 45 empowers the University to make ordinances for various academic, administrative, and financial matters.
- S. 46Section 46 outlines the process for making, amending, or repealing ordinances by the Board of Management, with specific academic council involvement.
- S. 47Section 47 authorizes the University to make regulations for recruitment, conduct, meetings, and other unspecified matters.
- S. 48Section 48 allows affiliation of health science colleges to the university but can withdraw or modify it for non-compliance.
- S. 49Section recognizes and can withdraw recognition of research institutions within or outside the university area.
- S. 50Section 50 mandates affiliated colleges to provide required reports to the Registrar and mandates inspections by authorized personnel.
- S. 51Section 51 prioritizes efficiency and economy in University appointments, favors contractual hires, and promotes computerization for administrative tasks.
- S. 52Section 52 allows the Board of Management to appoint visiting professors on the Vice-Chancellor's recommendation.
- S. 53Section 53 protects the University from legal suits for actions done in good faith under the Act.
- S. 54Section 54 ensures actions by the University are valid despite constitutional, appointment, or procedural flaws.
- S. 55Section 55 resolves disputes on University authority membership nominations, with the Chancellor's decision being final.
- S. 56Section 56 mandates the Vice-Chancellor to establish University authorities and draft necessary statutes for approval.
- S. 57Section 57 deems university officials acting under the Act as public servants under the Indian Penal Code.
- S. 58Section 58 allows existing laws to apply until new ones are made under the Act, with modifications by the Vice-Chancellor.
- S. 59Section 59 allows students previously enrolled in other universities to take exams and receive degrees from them until the new university provides its own exams.
- S. 60Section 60 ensures the Act's provisions override any conflicting existing laws.
- S. 61Section 61 provides the university with the authority to remove any difficulties that may arise in the course of its operations.