The Uttarakhand Himigiri University Act
uttarakhand · 2003
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- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the Uttarakhand Himigiri University Act, including "Academic Council," "constituent College," and "Distance Education system."
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- S. 4Section 4 authorizes the State Government to establish an Endowment Fund and University based on TALEEM Research Foundation's fulfillment of conditions.
- S. 5Section 5 mandates Uttarakhand Himigiri University to be self-financing and prohibits it from receiving any grants or financial aid from the state government.
- S. 6Section 6 states that the Uttarakhand Himigiri University can have various centers but cannot affiliate any other colleges or institutions.
- S. 7Section 7 outlines the objectives of Uttarakhand Himigiri University to advance learning, promote inclusive education, and conduct research.
- S. 8Section 8 grants the Uttarakhand Himigiri University powers to establish centers, conduct exams, confer degrees, and manage finances and property.
- S. 9Section 9 ensures equal access to the university for all, with special provisions for Uttarakhand students and limits on enrollment.
- S. 10The University will seek accreditation from respective national accreditation bodies
- S. 11Section 11 lists the officers of Uttarakhand Himigiri University, including the Visitor, Chancellor, and others.
- S. 12(1) The Governor of [Uttarakhand] 1 will be the Visitor of the University
- S. 13Section 13 appoints the first Chancellor of Uttarakhand Himigiri University and outlines the process for future Chancellor appointments.
- S. 14Section 14 outlines the appointment process for the Vice-Chancellor of Uttarakhand Himigiri University, specifying the committee's composition and role in recommending candidates.
- S. 15Section 15 allows the Vice Chancellor to appoint a Pro-vice-chancellor with chancellor's approval to exercise prescribed powers and duties.
- S. 16Section 16 appoints deans of faculties by the chancellor and outlines their powers and duties as per statutes.
- S. 17(1) The Registrar shall be appointed by the chancellor in such manner and on such terms and conditions as may be prescr
- S. 18Section 18 appoints the finance officer by the chancellor and outlines their powers and duties.
- S. 19Section 19 prescribes the appointment, service terms, conditions, powers, and duties of University officers.
- S. 20Section 20 outlines the authorities of Uttarakhand Himigiri University, including the Board of Governors, Board of Management, Academic Council, Finance Committee, and other declared authorities.
- S. 21Section 21 establishes the Board of Governors as the principal governing body of Uttarakhand Himigiri University, outlining its composition and powers.
- S. 22Section 22 outlines the composition and roles of the Board of Management for Uttarakhand Himigiri University.
- S. 23Section 23 establishes the Academic Council and its role in overseeing the university's academic policies.
- S. 24Section 24 establishes the Finance Committee as the University's main financial body overseeing and supervising its financial matters.
- S. 25The constitution, powers and functions of the other authorities of the University shall be such as may be prescribed
- S. 26Section 26 ensures university actions remain valid despite any constitutional vacancies or defects.
- S. 27Section 27 outlines the Statutes' authority to regulate various aspects of the University, including governance, funds, appointments, recruitment, and academic procedures.
- S. 28Section 28 allows the Board of Governors to submit initial statutes to the State Government for approval, deeming them approved if no decision is made within three months.
- S. 29The Uttarakhand Himigiri University Act allows the Board of Governors to create, amend, or repeal statutes with state government approval.
- S. 30Section 30 outlines the matters the university rules may cover, including student admission, academic courses, degree awards, and examination conduct.
- S. 31Section 31 allows the Board of Governors to create rules, which must be approved by the state government within two months or are deemed approved if not acted upon.
- S. 32The Academic Council may, with the approval of the State Government, make new additional rules or amend or repeal the r
- S. 33Section 33 mandates written contracts for employees, disciplinary procedures, and arbitration for contract disputes with a final tribunal decision.
- S. 34Section 34 allows university employees and students to appeal to the board against decisions by university authorities.
- S. 35Section establishes the University's authority to create employee provident, pension funds, and insurance schemes as deemed fit.
- S. 36Section 36 resolves disputes on University member eligibility by referring to the Chancellor for a final decision.
- S. 37Section 37 allows university authorities to form committees with members from the authority and others as deemed fit.
- S. 38Section 38 fills casual vacancies in University authorities by choosing replacements in the same manner, for the remaining term.
- S. 39Section 39 protects university officers and employees from legal suits for actions done in good faith under the Act.
- S. 40Section 40 establishes initial officers and committees for Uttarakhand Himigiri University, all serving three-year terms.
- S. 41Section establishes a permanent endowment fund of at least one crore rupees, prohibits its decrease, and outlines its investment and usage rules.
- S. 42Section 42 establishes a general fund for the University to receive fees, other sums, and contributions, to cover its recurring expenses.
- S. 43Section 43 establishes a development fund for the Uttarakhand Himigiri University to be funded by various sources for its development.
- S. 44Section 44 regulates and maintains funds established under previous sections, subject to Board of Governors' supervision.
- S. 45Section outlines the preparation, approval, and distribution of the University's annual report.
- S. 46Section 46 mandates the preparation, audit, and submission of the University's annual accounts and balance sheet to the Board of Governors and the State Government.
- S. 47Section certifies University documents certified by Registrar as prima facie evidence.
- S. 48Section 48 outlines procedures for dissolution and winding up of Uttarakhand Himigiri University by the State Government if mismanagement is identified.
- S. 49Section 49 allows the University's administration costs during management takeover to be funded by its endowment, general, or development funds, or by selling its assets if needed.
- S. 50Section 50 allows the State Government to issue orders to address difficulties in implementing the Act, but only within three years of its commencement, and must report to the legislature.
- S. 51Ordinance No