The West Bengal University Of Health Sciences Act, 2002
west-bengal · 2002
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- S. 1(1) This Act may he called the West Bengal University of Health Sciences Act
- S. 2Section 2 defines key terms used in the West Bengal University Of Health Sciences Act, 2002, including "Academic Council," "academic course," and "autonomy."
- S. 3Establishes the West Bengal University of Health Sciences as a body corporate with perpetual succession and property rights.
- S. 4Section 4 outlines the mission of the University to foster an environment for academic exchange and research collaboration globally.
- S. 5Section 5 outlines the University's mission to standardize health sciences education, promote relevant research, and develop new study centers.
- S. 6Section 6 outlines the powers and functions of the University, including designation of affiliated colleges, research management, and curriculum formulation.
- S. 7Section 7 restricts West Bengal Health Sciences institutions from affiliating with other universities without consent, withdrawing previous affiliations, and transferring to the new university.
- S. 8Section 8 prohibits discrimination in University appointments and admissions based on various grounds, while allowing reserved colleges for women and adopting government policies for reservations.
- S. 9( 1 ) The Government may
- S. 10Section 10 mandates that all University-recognized courses be taught by affiliated institution teachers under General Council control, per prescribed syllabi.
- S. 11(1) The Governor of the State of West Bengal shall, by virtue of his office
- S. 12Section 12 outlines the authorities of the West Bengal University of Health Sciences, including the General and Executive Councils.
- S. 13The General Council shall be the supreme authority of the University
- S. 14(1) The Executive Council shall be the principal executive body of the University
- S. 15Subject to
- S. 16Section 16 lists the officers of the West Bengal University Of Health Sciences, including the Vice-Chancellor, Deans, Registrar, and others.
- S. 17Section 17 empowers the Executive Council to make regulations for the University's administration, including academic matters, with prior Academic Council concurrence.
- S. 18Section 18 outlines the composition and roles of the General Council of the West Bengal University Of Health Sciences.
- S. 19Section 19 outlines the composition of the Executive Council for the West Bengal University Of Health Sciences.
- S. 20Section 20 outlines the composition and powers of the Academic Council of the West Bengal University Of Health Sciences.
- S. 21Section 21 establishes and outlines the functions of the Finance Committee for the West Bengal University of Health Sciences.
- S. 22Section 22 establishes the Planning Board's responsibilities for the University's development, academic audits, and coordination of academic programs.
- S. 23Section 23 outlines the Board's duties to foster university collaborations, develop plans, monitor progress, and evaluate development projects.
- S. 24Section 24 prohibits the University from making staff changes or financial benefits without government approval.
- S. 25Section 25 outlines the authority to create statutes for various university operations and governance matters.
- S. 26(1) The Statutes may be made, amended or repealed by the General Council in the manner hereinafter provided
- S. 27Section 27 empowers the Executive Council to create ordinances for student admission, fees, discipline, teacher qualifications, and examination conduct.
- S. 28(1) The Executive Council may make, amend or repeal Ordinances in the manner hereinafter provided
- S. 29Section 29 allows the Academic Council and other authorities to make rules subject to Executive Council approval and amendments.
- S. 30(1) There shall be a Board of Studies for every subject or group of subjects as may be prescribed by the Statutes
- S. 31Section 31 outlines the powers and functions of the Board of Studies in recommending courses, study materials, and faculty appointments for the university.
- S. 32Section 32 outlines the appointment, powers, and duties of the Vice-Chancellor of the West Bengal University of Health Sciences.
- S. 33Section 33 establishes three Pro-Vice-Chancellors for the University, each with specific faculties and management roles.
- S. 34(1) The Registrar shall be appointed by the Executive Council and shall be a whole-time officer of the University
- S. 35Section 35 appoints the Controller of Examinations, outlines their powers, and specifies their role in university administration and exams.
- S. 36(1) The Finance Officer shall be appointed by the Executive Council and shall be a whole-time officer of the University
- S. 37Section 37 mandates written contracts for University officers/employees and arbitration for contract disputes.
- S. 38Section 38 provides permanent employees of the University with benefits like provident fund, gratuity, and pension as per regulations by the Executive Council.
- S. 39(1) There shall be a Fand for the University to be called the University Fund
- S. 41Section 41 outlines the budget preparation and expenditure approval process by the Executive Council.
- S. 42Section 42 mandates the Executive Council to prepare and submit an Annual Report to the General Council and State Government.
- S. 43Section 43 mandates contract execution by Vice-Chancellor or Registrar based on contract value for university management.
- S. 44Section 44 specifies that students must meet prescribed qualifications for admission to courses.
- S. 45Section 45 outlines the Vice-Chancellor's role in student discipline and the Executive Council's authority to impose severe punishments after due process.
- S. 46Section 46 mandates managements to comply with University regulations, staffing, facilities, and financial provisions for affiliated colleges.
- S. 47Section 47 mandates the University to develop a five-year plan for equitable distribution of health science education institutions, with new colleges needing university and government approval.
- S. 48Section 48 outlines the procedure for the University's Academic Council to grant or reject affiliation to new colleges or institutions.
- S. 49(1) The management of an institution
- S. 50Section 50 establishes local managing and advisory committees for affiliated colleges, detailing their composition and meeting frequency.
- S. 51Section allows affiliated colleges or recognized institutions to apply for continuing their affiliation or recognition six months before it expires.
- S. 52The affiliated college or recognised institution may apply for affiliation or recognition for additional courses of stu
- S. 53Section allows colleges with six years of affiliation to apply for permanent recognition if they meet academic and administrative standards.
- S. 54Section 54 grants autonomous status to university departments, colleges, or institutions, allowing them to set their own courses, methods, and degrees.
- S. 55Section 55 mandates affiliated colleges to report to the university and sets inspection procedures for academic standards.
- S. 61The Executive Council can award degrees, diplomas, certificates, and other academic distinctions recommended by the Academic Council.
- S. 62Section 62 allows the Executive Council to recommend honorary degrees based on eminent position, without exams, subject to General Council approval.
- S. 63Section mandates the University to hold an annual convocation for degree and diploma conferrals.
- S. 64(1) Subject to the provisions of sub-section (2)
- S. 65Section 65 mandates separate fund utilization and staff recruitment for schemes sponsored by government or other agencies.
- S. 66Section 66 mandates the Chancellor to form a review Commission every ten years to assess the University's functions and make recommendations.
- S. 67Section 67 ensures that University councils' actions remain valid despite constitutional defects or vacancies, except after five years.
- S. 68Section 68 allows the Chancellor or Vice-Chancellor to make interim appointments to address initial establishment issues for the University.
- S. 69Section 69 outlines the regulation of university authorities, officers, finances, and academic functions.
- S. 70Section 70 ensures the Act and its regulations override any conflicting existing laws or instruments.