The Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Act, 2005
punjab · 2005
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Act, 2005
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Act, 2005.
- S. 3Establishes Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University in Punjab with perpetual succession and property rights.
- S. 4Section prohibits establishment of new veterinary, animal, and fishery science colleges in Punjab outside the University.
- S. 5Section 5 outlines the objectives of the University to educate, research, and extend knowledge in veterinary, animal, and fishery sciences.
- S. 6Section 6 outlines the functions of the Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, including education, research, and extension services in veterinary and animal sciences.
- S. 7Section 7 transfers the College of Veterinary Science and related assets to the University, with provisions for employee transfers and student course completion.
- S. 8Section 8 allows the Chancellor to inspect and inquire into the university's administration and finances, with the university's right to appoint a representative.
- S. 9Section 9 outlines the authorities and officers of the Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University.
- S. 10Section 10 appoints and outlines the duties of the Comptroller to manage finances, property, investments, and accounts for the University.
- S. 11(1) The State Government shall, as soon as possible after the Songun of ’
- S. 12No act or proc il : e constitution of, ground of the existence of any vacancy in, or defect in th such Board
- S. 14Section 14 outlines the appointment, term, and conditions of service for the Vice-Chancellor of the Guru Angad Dev Veterinary and Animal Sciences University.
- S. 15Section 15 outlines the Vice-Chancellor's powers and duties, including presiding at convocation, maintaining discipline, and ensuring compliance with the Act.
- S. 16Section 16 determines salaries and allowances for university employees as set by the vice-chancellor with board approval.
- S. 17Section 17 appoints the Registrar of the University, requiring them to be a professor-level academic in veterinary or animal sciences.
- S. 18Section 18 outlines the Registrar's responsibilities including record custody, admission arrangements, and academic council support.
- S. 20Section 20 appoints a Director for students' welfare and estate management, outlining their duties and responsibilities for student housing, counseling, employment, activities, and alumni relations.
- S. 21Section 21 establishes the role and responsibilities of the Dean in overseeing college operations and international liaison.
- S. 22Section 22 appoints the University Librarian, who reports to the Vice-Chancellor for library management.
- S. 23Section 23 outlines the composition and terms of the Academic Council for the university.
- S. 24Section 24 empowers the Academic Council to oversee academic affairs, including student admissions, course regulations, and faculty appointments.
- S. 25Section 25 outlines the establishment, responsibilities, and appointment of Heads of Departments in veterinary and animal science colleges affiliated with the university.
- S. 27Section 27 appoints a Director of Research to oversee and coordinate the university's research programs.
- S. 28Section 28 outlines the University's responsibility for veterinary, animal husbandry, and fisheries extension education and training programs.
- S. 29Section 29 prescribes the retirement age and service conditions for university officers, teachers, and employees.
- S. 30Section 30 establishes gratuity and provident funds for university staff as prescribed.
- S. 31Section 31 outlines the process for selecting and appointing technical staff members at the university.
- S. 32Section allows the Vice-Chancellor to temporarily appoint University officers until proper authorities are established.
- S. 33Subject to the provisions of this Act
- S. 34(I) The statutes, made under the Punjab Agricultural University Act
- S. 36Section 36 establishes the University's general fund to receive income from fees, endowments, grants, and contributions from state and central governments.
- S. 37The University may have such other funds also, as may be prescribed
- S. 38Section 38 establishes a Finance Committee to oversee the University's finances, budget, and accounts, and advises the Board and State Government.
- S. 39The section allows the State Government to mandate special audits of the University's accounts by chosen auditors or agencies.
- S. 40(/) On the commencement of this Act, the assets and liabilities of the existing University
- S. 41Section 41 ensures existing legal proceedings against the old university continue unaffected after its reorganization.
- S. 42Section 42 specifies that the Registrar must authenticate pleadings and receive legal process in suits involving the University.
- S. 43Section 43 transfers all existing University officers and employees to the new University with the same terms and conditions, except no compensation is payable.
- S. 44Section 44 fills casual vacancies in University authorities, retains members representing other bodies, and ensures decisions are final.
- S. 45Section 45 mandates the preparation and submission of the University's Annual Report to the Board, State Government, and State Legislature.
- S. 46Section 46 specifies how references to the existing University should be interpreted in laws, contracts, or documents.
- S. 47The State Government can issue policy directions or annul University proceedings not conforming to the Act, after giving the University a chance to explain.
- S. 48Section 48 ensures existing university obligations for academic awards before the act's start are now the university's responsibility.
- S. 49The section allows the State Government to issue orders to address difficulties in implementing the Act, subject to legislative review.