The North Bengal University Act, 1981

west-bengal · 1981

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S. 2In this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or Definitions
S. 3Section establishes the University of North Bengal as a body corporate with perpetual succession.
S. 4Section 4 empowers the University Council to create academic and administrative posts, prescribe qualifications, and manage appointments, emoluments, and disciplinary actions for university staff.
S. 5Section 5 outlines the territorial jurisdiction and affiliation process for colleges outside specified districts in West Bengal.
S. 6Section 6 allows the university to delegate and withdraw powers at its discretion.
S. 7Section 7 lists the officers of the University, including the Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, Finance Officer, and others declared by the University.
S. 8(1) The Governor shall, by virtue of his office, be the Chancellor ChoKcellor
S. 9(1) The Vice-Chancellor shall be appointed by the Chancellor on the unanimous recommendation of the Court
S. 10Section 10 outlines the Vice-Chancellor's executive and academic role, powers, and duties in the University.
S. 11(1) The Registrar shall be a whole-time officer of the University
S. 12Section 12 designates the Registrar as Secretary for the Court and Executive Council, under the Vice-Chancellor's control.
S. 13(1) The Finance Officer shall be a whole-time officer of the University
S. 14Section 14 assigns the Finance Officer to manage university funds, finances, and properties, and to raise additional resources.
S. 15Section 15 grants the Registrar and Finance Officer supervisory and disciplinary control over university department staff.
S. 16Section 16 lists the authorities of the University, including the Court, Executive Council, and various study councils.
S. 17Section 17 outlines the composition of the Court of North Bengal University, including ex officio and elected members.
S. 18Section 18 empowers the Court to establish university departments and award academic distinctions, including degrees and scholarships.
S. 19Section 19 outlines the meeting schedule and quorum requirements for the University Court, including annual and special meetings.
S. 20Section 20 outlines the composition of the Executive Council of North Bengal University, including ex officio and elected members.
S. 22Section 22 establishes Faculty Councils for post-graduate studies in Arts, Commerce, and Science at North Bengal University, detailing their composition and functions.
S. 23Section 23 empowers the Faculty Council to propose university departments, recommend teaching posts, and advise on research and specialization.
S. 24Section 24 establishes three undergraduate study councils for Arts, Science, Commerce, Law, Engineering, and Medicine at North Bengal University.
S. 25Section 25 outlines the powers and functions of the Council for undergraduate studies, including recommending college affiliations, conducting examinations, and ensuring teaching standards.
S. 26(1) There shall be a Dean for each Faculty Council for post- graduate studies who shall be a Professor of the University
S. 27Establishes Boards of Studies under Faculty Councils for post-graduate or undergraduate studies, with constitution and powers prescribed by statutes and regulations.
S. 28There shall be a Finance Committee with the Vice-Chancellor The Finance as the Chairman
S. 29Section 29 outlines the appointment process for University Professors, Readers, and Lecturers by the Executive Council based on Selection Committee recommendations.
S. 30Section 30 outlines the quorum for Selection Committee meetings and the process for handling disagreements between the committee and Executive Council.
S. 31Section 31 outlines the appointment, probation, and confirmation terms for teachers, officers, and employees at North Bengal University.
S. 32Section 32 ensures temporary teachers or employees cannot be terminated before their term unless they serve a month's notice or receive a month's salary.
S. 33Section 33 allows the Executive Council to form committees for selecting staff for non-teaching positions.
S. 34Section 34 mandates disputes between the University and its staff to be referred to a Tribunal for resolution if not settled within a year.
S. 35Section 35 of the North Bengal University Act, 1981 disqualifies certain individuals from being elected or nominated to University authorities due to mental, insolvency, or moral status issues.
S. 36Section 36 outlines the term of office for elected or nominated University members, specifying four years and provisions for casual vacancies.
S. 37Section 37 specifies that a person's membership in University authorities ends when they cease membership in other authorities or constituencies.
S. 38Section 38 outlines procedures for filling casual and nominated vacancies in University authorities or bodies through election or nomination.
S. 39Section 39 ensures university proceedings remain valid despite member vacancies or election issues.
S. 40Section 40 establishes an Election Tribunal to resolve eligibility and election disputes for University authorities, with final decisions and annulment powers for vitiated elections.
S. 41Section 41 grants the presiding officer a casting vote in case of a tie at University meetings.
S. 42Section 42 establishes the University Fund and allows for special funds for endowments, trusts, and specific grants.
S. 43Section 43 mandates the University to submit its budget to the State Government for approval and prohibits excess spending without prior approval.
S. 44Section 44 governs the administration of the University's provident fund under the Provident Funds Act, 1925.
S. 45Section 45 mandates the audit and publication of the University's annual accounts and continuous internal audit reporting to the State Government.
S. 46Section 46 grants the State Government the right to inspect and enquire into the University's affairs and affiliated institutions.
S. 47Section 47 allows the University to create statutes covering various administrative, academic, and operational matters.
S. 48Section 48 outlines the process for the Executive Council to draft and pass Statutes, subject to Court and Chancellor approval.
S. 49Section 49 allows the university to create ordinances for student admission, academic courses, degree awards, examination conduct, and other institutional matters.
S. 50Section 50 outlines the process for the Executive Council to draft and pass Ordinances at North Bengal University, requiring majority approval and Chancellor's assent.
S. 51Section 51 allows regulations to be made for procedures, meetings, and other matters concerning subordinate authorities.
S. 52Section 52 outlines the process for drafting, passing, and enforcing university regulations by the Executive Council and the Court's power to modify them.
S. 53Subject to the provisions of this Act and the Statutes, the Rules
S. 54(1) The Vice-Chancellor or, with the approval of the Vice- Delegation
S. 55Section 55 transfers all assets, rights, and liabilities of the former University of North Bengal to the new university established under the act.
S. 56Section 56 allows affiliated college students to complete their courses and sit for exams based on former University curricula.
S. 57Section 57 establishes the first Vice-Chancellor's role in reviewing and amending university statutes and forming university councils and boards.
S. 58Section 58 allows the State Government to issue orders to resolve any difficulties in implementing the Act.
S. 1978Section 1978 repeals the North Bengal University Act, 1961 and transfers its affiliated colleges and functions to the new act.
S. 1981Section specifies that certain parts of the Act take immediate effect, while others start on dates set by the State Government.
S. 011961Section 11961 of The North Bengal University Act, 1981, deems actions and appointments from the 1961 Act as if they were made under the 1981 Act.