The VINAYAKA MISSION SIKKIM UNIVERSITY ACT,2008
sikkim · 2008
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be caled the Vinayaka Missions Sikkim University (Amendment) Act, 2018
- S. 2(l) lnthis Act, unlesslhe context otheNise requires:
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- S. 4Section 4 outlines the State Government's authority to issue directions for university dissolution and mismanagement handling.
- S. 5Section 5 prohibits the university from receiving financial aid from the state government or affiliated bodies.
- S. 6Section 6 amends various clauses in the VINAYAKA MISSION SIKKIM UNIVERSITY ACT, 2008 to remove references to certain colleges and expand study center locations.
- S. 7The objoctives forwhich lhe Univorsity is establishod areaslollows :
- S. 8(1) The Universily shall have the following powers, namely l Unlverslty
- S. 9Section 9 ensures equal access to the university for all individuals, with special provisions for state students and compliance with accreditation and statutory requirements.
- S. 11The lollowing shallbe the otficers ofthe University' namely:- University
- S. 12Section 12 outlines the Visitor's role and powers, including presiding at convocations and issuing directives if university actions are non-compliant with the Act.
- S. 15Section 15 outlines the appointment, term, duties, and powers of the Vice-Chancellor in the University.
- S. 17Section 17 outlines the Registrar's appointment, duties, and responsibilities including record-keeping and contract signing for the university.
- S. 18Section 18 outlines the appointment and duties of the Finance Officer as prescribed by the Statutes.
- S. 19Section 19 outlines the appointment, terms, conditions, powers, and duties of other university officers as prescribed by statutes.
- S. 20The following shall be the authorities of tho University, namely :- ol lhe Unlversity
- S. 21(1) The Board ol Governors shallconslst ofthefollowing, namely l" (a) TheChancellor
- S. 23(1) The Acadomlc Councll
- S. 24Section 24 establishes the Finance Committee as the main financial body for the university, responsible for overseeing financial matters.
- S. 25Section 25 outlines the University's authority to define the constitution, powers, and functions of its other bodies through its statutes.
- S. 26Section 26 ensures that any vacancy or constitutional defect in the University's authority does not invalidate its actions or proceedings.
- S. 27Section 27 outlines the University's authority to frame statutes covering various operational, administrative, and academic matters.
- S. 29The Board of Gove;nors may, wlth the prior approval of the State the Statutes
- S. 30Section 30 outlines the rules governing various academic, financial, and administrative aspects of the university.
- S. 33Section 33 mandates written contracts for employees and outlines disciplinary procedures and appeal rights for students and employees.
- S. 38Section 38 allows University employees and students to appeal to the Board of Management against University decisions and outlines the University's authority to establish funds and insurance schemes.
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- S. 40Section 40 establishes initial university officials' terms and the formation of key university bodies for five years.
- S. 42Section 42 establishes a general fund for the university to receive and allocate various income sources for specified expenses.
- S. 43Section 43 outlines the permissible expenditures and financial benefits for university officials, students, and research associates under the Sikkim University Act, 2008.
- S. 44AnnualReport
- S. 45Section 45 mandates the preparation, approval, and submission of the University's annual report and audited financial statements to relevant authorities by December 31 each year.
- S. 50Section 50 allows the Sikkim State Government to amend the Act to resolve difficulties, with changes laid before the State Legislature.