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The objects of the University shall be,- University. (i) to make provisions for study, research, onsultancy and teaching and to start courses at all levels in‘disciplines of ~}Y higher education including professional, medical, dental sciences, engineering, architecture, pharmacy, ayurveda, homoeopathy, management, computer science, nursing education, law, religious studies, languages and literature, media and performing arts, design, hotel management, airlines, tourism, fashion design, animation and multimedia, paramedical, fine arts, dramatics and music, social sciences and applied sciences with a focus on emerging disciplines such as robotics, information technology, artificial intelligence, biotechnology, nanotechnology, ecology and environment, human rights, women studies, polytechnics, vocational and skill development, and to provide for the provisions of study connected therewith or incidental thereto; (ii) to contribute towards evolving a knowledge society with a view to make the State of Punjab, a leading hub of knowledge on global horizon; (iii) to promote industry-academia interface by maintaining liaison and collaboration with industry for evolving industry-oriented professional courses with a view,to ensure quick and smooth placement of the Graduates of the University; (iv) to disseminate knowledge so as to make it accessible to all strata of the society; (v) to make provision for study and research on the life and teachings of Sikh Gurus and their cultural and religious impact in the context of Indian and world civilizations; (vi) to promote Punjabi studies, to provide for research in Punjabi Language and Literature and to undertake measures for the development of Punjabi Language, Literature and Culture; (vii) to promote the academic aspirants of the rural students; (viii) to undertake industry oriented teaching, training and research, extension programmes and to provide employable skills with a view to contribute to the development of the society; PUNJAB GOVT. GAZ. (EXTRA), FEBRUARY 18,2013 103 (MAGHA 29, 1934 SAKA) (ix) to provide for research, creation, advancement and dissemination of knowledge, wisdom and understanding; (x) to institute doctorates, degrees, diplomas, certificates and . other academic distinctions on the basis of examinations or any such other method; and (xi) to do all such things, as may be necessary or desirable in furtherance to the objects of the University.