The Bengal Engineering And Science University, Shibpur Act, 2004
west-bengal · 2004
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- S. 1(1) This Act may be called the Bengal Engineering and Science University, Shibpur Act, 2004
- S. 2Section defines key terms used throughout the Bengal Engineering And Science University, Shibpur Act, 2004.
- S. 3Establishes the Bengal Engineering and Science University, Shibpur as a body corporate with perpetual succession.
- S. 4Section 4 empowers the Bengal Engineering And Science University to promote education, research, and international collaboration in various fields.
- S. 5(1) The Governor shall, by virtue of his office, be the Chancellor of the University
- S. 6Section 6 lists the officers of the University, including the Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, Finance Officer, and others as defined by the Statutes.
- S. 7Section 7 outlines the appointment, term, and conditions of the Vice-Chancellor at Bengal Engineering And Science University, Shibpur.
- S. 8Section 8 outlines the Vice-Chancellor's executive, academic, and administrative roles and powers within the university.
- S. 9Section 9 outlines the appointment, resignation, and temporary replacement procedures for the University's Registrar.
- S. 10Section 10 grants the Registrar authority and duties under the Act, including supervision of staff and delegated powers.
- S. 11Section 11 appoints the Finance Officer by the Executive Council and allows temporary replacements if the officer is unable to perform duties.
- S. 12Section 12 designates the Finance Officer to manage university funds, finances, properties, and oversee fund-raising activities.
- S. 13Section 13 outlines the authorities of the University, including the Court, Executive Council, and various other councils and committees.
- S. 14Section 14 outlines the composition of the Court for the Bengal Engineering And Science University, including ex officio and elected members.
- S. 15Section 15 empowers the Court to consider university reports, financial statements, and advise on collaborations, administration, and establishment of university facilities.
- S. 16Section 16 outlines the meeting frequency and quorum requirements for the University Court.
- S. 17Section 17 outlines the composition of the Executive Council of the Bengal Engineering And Science University, including various faculty, staff, and government representatives.
- S. 18Section 18 grants the Executive Council authority to propose and amend statutes, regulate studies, exams, admissions, and recommend university facilities.
- S. 19Section 19 establishes Faculty Councils for post-graduate and undergraduate studies, detailing their composition and quorum requirements.
- S. 20Section 20 establishes a Faculty Council to propose academic and research initiatives, recommend faculty posts, and oversee academic affairs at the university.
- S. 21(1) There shall be a Dean for each Faculty Council for post-graduate and undergraduate studies
- S. 22There shall be Boards of Studies attached to every Faculty Council for post- graduate studies and undergraduate studies
- S. 23There shall be a Finance Committee with the Vice-Chancellor as the Chairman
- S. 24(1) A University Professor shall be appointed by the Executive Council on Committee
- S. 25(1) Three members of which at least two shall be persons having special
- S. 26Section 26 outlines the terms and probation period for teachers, officers, and employees at the University, including confirmation after probation.
- S. 27Section 27 ensures temporary teachers or employees cannot be terminated before their term unless they serve a month's notice or pay a month's salary.
- S. 28Section 28 allows the Executive Council to form committees for selecting staff for non-teaching positions.
- S. 29Section 29 establishes a Tribunal to resolve disputes between the University and its employees if no final order is issued within a year.
- S. 30Section 30 bars unsound-minded, insolvent, or morally convicted individuals from University authority membership and limits candidacy to one constituency.
- S. 31Section 31 prohibits certain temporary or non-regular staff from voting or being nominated in university elections.
- S. 32Section 32 outlines the term of office for elected or nominated University members, specifying four years and conditions for casual vacancies.
- S. 33Section 33 specifies that a member's tenure on the University's authority ends when they cease membership in another authority or constituency.
- S. 34Section 34 outlines procedures for filling casual and nominated vacancies in University authorities or bodies through election or nomination.
- S. 35Section 35 ensures university actions remain valid despite member vacancies or election issues.
- S. 36Section 36 establishes an Election Tribunal to resolve eligibility and election disputes for the University, with final decisions and annulment powers.
- S. 37Section 37 grants the presiding officer a casting vote in case of a tie at University meetings.
- S. 38Section 38 establishes the University Fund and allows for the creation of special funds for specific purposes.
- S. 39Section 39 mandates the University to submit its budget to the State Government for approval and restricts its spending without prior government consent.
- S. 40Section 40 governs the administration of the University's provident fund for its staff under the Provident Funds Act, 1925.
- S. 41Section mandates the University's annual accounts to be audited and reported to the State Government and published by the Court.
- S. 42Section 42 grants the State Government the right to inspect the university and affiliated institutions and to advise on actions based on inspection results.
- S. 43Section 43 allows the university to create statutes for various university matters not explicitly covered by the Act.
- S. 44Section 44 outlines the process for the Executive Council to draft and pass statutes, which then require the Chancellor's assent to come into force.
- S. 46Section 46 outlines the process for the Executive Council to draft and pass Ordinances at the Bengal Engineering And Science University, Shibpur.
- S. 47Section 47 allows the university to create regulations for various academic and administrative functions.
- S. 48Section 48 outlines the process for drafting, passing, and modifying university regulations.
- S. 49Section 49 allows the university to create rules for implementing the Act and other governing documents.
- S. 50Section 50 allows the Vice-Chancellor, Court, Executive Council, and other bodies to delegate their powers and duties to various university officers or committees.
- S. 51Section 51 transfers all properties, rights, interests, and liabilities of the former Deemed University to the new university established under the Act.
- S. 52Section 52 allows former Deemed University students to complete their courses and sit for exams based on old curricula.
- S. 53Section 53 establishes the first Vice-Chancellor's term and duties to frame initial statutes and organize university councils.
- S. 54Section 54 allows the State Government to issue orders to resolve any difficulties in implementing the Act.