Haryana Government Gazette
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© Government of Haryana No. 41-2023] CHANDIGARH, TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2023 (ASVINA 18, 1945 SAKA)
PART-I
Notifications, Orders and Declarations by Haryana Government
HARYANA GOVERNMENT
HIGHER EDUCATION DEPARTMENT
Notification
The 3rd July, 2023
No. 24/1-2022 UNP (5).— In exercise of the powers conferred by sub-section (5) of Section 30 of Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006 and all other powers enabling him in this behalf, the Governor of Haryana hereby allows Geeta University, Panipat to frame its First Statutes.
ANAND MOHAN SHARAN, Additional Chief Secretary to Government of Haryana, Higher Education Department, Chandigarh.
(884)HARYANA GOVT. GAZ., OCT. 10, 2023 (ASVN. 18, 1945 SAKA) 885 _________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________
| The First Statutes of Geeta University Geeta University, Panipat (Haryana) - 132145 1 | ||
| Index 2 | ||||||
| Statute | Title | Page Number | ||||
| 1 | General Provisions | 3 | ||||
| 2 | Authorities of the University | 4-10 | ||||
| 3 | Officers of the University | 11-20 | ||||
| 4 | The Faculty | 21 | ||||
| 5 | Appointment of Faculty and Non Faculty | 22-24 | ||||
| 6 | Admission and Reservation | 25-26 | ||||
| 7 | Ordinances, Rules and Academic Regulations | 27-28 | ||||
| 8 | Conferment and Withdrawal of Academic Distinction | 29-30 | ||||
| 9 | Miscellaneous | 31-34 | ||||
| STATUTE 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS 1.0 Definitions: 'Act' means the Haryana Private Universities Act (2006) as amended from time to a. time b. 'Campus' means the area of the university at Panipat. 'Department' means a unit of a School focusing on a specific discipline of study c. d. 'Employee' means a person appointed by the university and includes a teacher, officer and any other staff of the university 'Faculty' or 'teacher' means a Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor e. or any other person required to impart education or guide research or render guidance in any other form to the students for pursuing a course or programme of study of the university; 'Fee' means collection made by the university from the students by whatever f. name it may be called, which is not refundable; g. 'Government' means the Government of the State of Haryana; h. 'School' means a group of academic departments of related disciplines in the University; 'Prescribed' means prescribed by rules and regulations made under this Act; i. 'Regulating body' means a body established by the Government of India for j. laying down norms and conditions for ensuring academic standards of higher education, such as University Grants Commission, All India Council for Technical Education, National Council for Teacher Education, Medical Council of India, Bar Council of India, Pharmacy Council of India, National Assessment and Accreditation Council, Indian Council of Agriculture Research, National Board of Accreditation, Indian Nursing Council, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, etc. and includes the Government or any such body constituted by Government of India or the Government; 'Ordinances' and 'Regulations' mean respectively, the Statutes, k. 'Statutes', Ordinances and Regulations of the university made under this Act; 'Student of the university' means a person enrolled in the university for taking a l. course of study for a degree, diploma, certificate or other academic distinction duly instituted by the university, including a research degree; m. Definitions in the Act will be taken as defined in the Act and its subsequent revisions. 3 | ||
| STATUTE 2 AUTHORITIES OF THE UNIVERSITY 2. 0 The Authorities of the University: The University shall have the following authorities: 1) Governing Body 2) Board of Management 3) Academic Council 4) Other Authorities 2.01. Governing Body: The Governing Body shall consist of the following members: a) The Chancellor as the Chair b) Pro-Chancellor c) The Vice-Chancellor the Secretary to Government, Haryana, Higher Education Department, or his d) nominee e) Five persons nominated by the K.R. Education Society out of whom two shall be eminent educationists for a term of two years and shall be eligible for reappointment; technology from outside the University, f) One expert of management or nominated by the Chancellor; g) One expert of finance, nominated by the Chancellor The Vice Chancellor shall be the Secretary of the Governing Body. Meetings of the Governing Body: 1) The Governing Body shall meet at least three times each calendar year. 2) The quorum of the meetings of the Governing Body shall be four. The Secretary to Government, Haryana Education Department or his nominee shall be present in each meeting in which decisions on issues involving government policies/ instructions are to be taken. Powers and Responsibilities of the Governing Body: It shall 1) The Governing Body shall be the supreme authority of the University. have overall fiduciary responsibility for the well-being of the University based on the principle of trusteeship. In discharging its powers and responsibilities it shall carry out the mission and 2) vision of the K.R. Education Society and shall consult the K.R. Education Society in taking major decisions. 4 | ||
| It shall have the following specific powers and responsibilities: 3) to provide general superintendence and directions and to control the a. functioning of the university by using all such powers as are provided by this Act, Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations or Rules; b. to review the decisions of other authorities of the university in case they are not in conformity with the provisions of this Act, Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations or Rules; to approve the budget and annual report of the university; c. d. to lay down the extensive policies to be followed by the university; to recommend to the K.R. Education Society for the dissolution of e. the university if a situation arises when there is no smooth functioning of the university in spite of best efforts; In addition, the Governing Body will have the following responsibilities: 4) a) To determine the major goals, aims, objectives, policies and strategies for the University in terms of the mission and vision of the K.R. Education Society and lay down procedures for their implementation. b) To promote overall administration of the University and appoint, discipline or dismiss Officers of the University in accordance with the provisions of the Haryana Act, this Statute, Ordinances, Regulations or Rules. furniture, fittings, equipment, c) To approve provision of buildings, premises, appliances and other facilities required for carrying on the work of the University; d) To examine and accord final approval of building plans and award building contracts or authorize construction; e) To administer the revenues and properties of the University and to conduct all administrative affairs of the University; To approve creation of, abolition of, and/or modification in the scope of duties, f) responsibilities & powers of any committees, offices, officers, and boards in accordance with the procedure laid down under this Statute, Ordinances, Regulations or Rules. g) To approve the creation of, abolition of, and/or modification in the scope of duties & responsibilities of schools, departments and programs of study, on the recommendations of the Board of Management and the Academic Council. h) To review and approve any decisions taken by the Board of Management, the Academic Council or any other authority of the university. To approve the appointment of any: (i) Dean; (ii) tenured faculty (either through i) promotion or directly); (iii) such other officers (including administrative and academic officers) of the University, as may be decided by the Governing Body from time to time. To ensure that the University maintains and fulfils the basic aims and objectives j) as per the Section 3 of the Act, and that the functioning of the University is in line with the requirements of the Act and various other regulatory authorities, including the University Grants Commission. 5 | ||
| k) To receive grants, donations, contributions, gifts, prizes, scholarships, and other moneys and to disburse grants and donations and to award prizes and scholarships. To appoint: l) representatives of the University to other institutions or organizations as may i. be desirable; ii. any person as attorney of the University with such powers as it may deem fit in order to execute an instrument or transact any business of the University; take on lease, accept as gift or m) To hold, buy, sell, hypothecate, mortgage, otherwise acquire any land, buildings or property, movable, immovable or intellectual, which may be necessary or convenient for the purpose of the University, and on such terms and conditions as it may deem fit and proper, subject to final approval of the K.R. Education Society. and regulate the finances, accounts, investments, moveable, n) To manage immoveable and intellectual properties, business and all other administrative affairs of the University; o) To raise and borrow money on bonds, mortgages, promissory notes or other securities funded or based on any of the properties and assets of the University or without any securities and upon approved terms and conditions and to pay out of the funds of the University all expenses incidental to the raising of money and to repay and redeem any money borrowed; p) To delegate any of the above-mentioned powers and duties of the Governing Body to any officer, authority and committee or employee of the University. q) To make provisions for regulating its own business and procedures and those of the other Authorities, Committees, Officers of the University including, without limitation and notwithstanding anything contained in these Statutes, identifying, from time to time, unless prohibited by the Act those policies, decisions and the like that, will require the prior approval of the Governing Body or the K.R. Education Society. To perform such other functions as may be required from time to time for r) ensuring the smooth functioning of the University, including the grant of approval for major academic initiatives and new academic structures proposed by the University. 2.02. Board of Management: 1) The Board of Management will consist of the following members: a) The Vice Chancellor as Chair; b) The Secretary of the Higher Education Department of the Government of Haryana, or his nominee; c) Two members of the Governing Body, nominated by the K.R. Education Society; 6 | ||
| d) The Pro Vice Chancellor; the members of the Governing Body, e) Three persons who are not nominated by the K.R. Education Society; Three Professors from amongst the teachers, nominated by the K.R. f) Education Society; and g) Two Professors/ Associate Professors among the teachers, nominated by the Vice Chancellor. 2) The Registrar shall be the Secretary of the Board of Management but not a member of the Board. 3) The term of office for non-officio members of the Board of Management shall be three years. Meetings of the Board of Management: 1) The Board of Management shall meet at least once in every two months. 2) The quorum of the meetings of the Board of Management shall be five. The Secretary of the Education Department of the Government of Haryana, or his/her nominee, shall be present in each meeting where decisions on issues involving Government policies or instructions are to be made. 3) The Board of Management shall lay down the procedure for conducting the meeting of the Board of Management. Powers and Responsibilities of Board of Management: The Board of Management will have the following powers and responsibilities: 1) To approve creation of teaching and academic posts, the numbers, qualifications, and cadres thereof, in line with the annual budget approved by the Governing Body; 2) To lay down in consultation with the Academic Council, the duties and conditions of service of Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors and other academic staff of the University; 3) To define, on the advice of the Academic Council and Schools of the University, functions of the Departments and to allocate areas of study, teaching and research to them; 4) To provide for research and for the advancement and dissemination of knowledge; 5) To add, modify, curtail, cancel or withdraw any of the formal and non-formal educational programmes; 6) To create administrative, ministerial and other necessary posts in terms of the cadres, in line with the annual budget approved by the Governing Body; 7) To regulate and enforce discipline among the Academic Staff, Administrative Staff and Non-Academic and Non-Administrative Staff of the University other than the Officers of the University; 8) To entertain and adjudicate upon and, if thought fit, to redress any grievances of the Academic Staff, Administrative Staff and Non-Academic and Non- 7 | ||
| Administrative Staff and students of the University; the approval of the Governing Body for such 9) To appoint committees with purposes and with such powers as it may deem fit and to appoint such persons on these committees as it thinks fit; 10) To approve all academic policies and plans formulated by the Academic Council; 11) To issue appeals for funds for carrying out the objectives of the University 12) To authorize the Chief Finance and Accounts Officer to receive payment of fees and other charges; the funds in scheduled banks 13) To arrange for the deposit of all money credited to or to invest them in consultation with the Finance and Budget Committee with the approval of Governing Body; 14) To review the Annual Statements of Accounts including the Balance-Sheet and ensure that proper accounts and other relevant records are maintained by the University for every previous financial year, in such form as may be prescribed for; 15) To examine the annual budget prepared by the Finance and Budget Committee and provide its recommendations in this regard to the Governing Body; 16) To refer all matters of policy and important financial decisions to the Governing Body and ensure that all the minutes are regularly presented in the meetings of the Governing Body for perusal and approval; the approval of the Governing Body, to effect 17) To execute documents, with conveyances, transfers, Government securities, re-conveyances, mortgages, leases, bonds, licenses and agreements in respect of property, moveable, immovable or intellectual belonging to the University or to be acquired for the purposes of the University; 18) To fix emoluments and travelling and other allowances of internal and external examiners, moderators and such other personnel appointed for examinations, in consultation with the Academic Council and the Finance and Budget Committee; 19) To approve conferment of degrees, awards and fellowships; 20) To delegate all or any of its powers to any committee or subcommittee constituted by it or the Vice Chancellor of the University; 21) To authorize the Registrar or any other Officer, authority, body, committee or board to institute, conduct, defend, compound or abandon legal proceedings by or against the University or its officers; 22) To do all such things and acts as may be directed by the Governing Body in fulfilment of the objectives of the University. 2.03 Academic Council: 1) The Academic Council shall be the principal academic body of the University and subject to the provisions of the Act, Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations and Rules; it shall have control over and be responsible for the maintenance of standards of 8 | ||
| education, teaching and training, inter-departmental coordination, research, examinations and tests within the University. It shall co-ordinate and exercise general supervision over the academic policies of 2) the University and such other powers, and perform such other duties and functions as may be prescribed or conferred upon it by the Statutes. Membership of the Academic Council: The Academic Council will consist of the following members: 1) The Vice Chancellor as Chair 2) Pro Vice Chancellor 3) Dean Academics 4) Deans of all Faculties 5) Heads of all Schools 6) Controller of Examination 7) Two Professors by rotation from faculties nominated by the Vice Chancellor; 8) Two Associate Professors by rotation from faculties nominated by the Vice Chancellor. 9) The Registrar shall be the Secretary of the Academic Council but not a member of the Council. The Governing Body (in consultation with the Vice Chancellor) may change the composition of membership of the Academic Council. Power and Responsibilities of Academic Council: The Academic Council shall have the following powers and duties: 1) To exercise general supervision over the academic component of the University and to give directions regarding methods of instruction, evaluation, research or improvements in academic standards; 2) To prescribe courses of study leading to degrees and diplomas of the University; 3) To approve the curricula for various courses and courses of studies; 4) To promote research within the University and acquire reports on such research from time to time; 5) To consider matters of academic interest either on its own initiative or at the initiative of the Board of Management and to take proper action thereon; 6) To arrange for the conduct of examinations in conformity with the Statutes and Regulations; 7) To maintain proper admissions and examinations standards to Recognize diplomas and degrees of other universities and institutions and to 8) determine their equivalence with the diplomas and degrees of the University; 9 | ||
| 9) To suggest measures for departmental co-ordination; 10) To make recommendations to the Board of Management on: measures for improvement of standards of teaching, training and research; i. institution of Fellowships, Scholarships, Medals and Prizes; ii. establishment or abolition of Departments, study centers and off campus iii. centers; any matter relating to the academic functions of the University, discipline, iv. residence, admissions and examinations; award of fellowships, scholarships, studentships, and fee concessions; v. requirements for attendance; vi. 11) To appoint subcommittees to advise on such specific matters as referred to it by the Board of Management; 12) To appoint a Committee on Academic Affairs to deal with day to day matters, if necessary; 13) To consider the recommendations of the subcommittees and to take such action, including the making of recommendations to the Board of Management, as the circumstances of each case may require; 14) To review periodically the activities of the Departments, study centers and off- campus centers and to take appropriate action, including making recommendations to the Board of Management with a view to maintaining and improving the standards of instruction; and 15) To exercise such other powers and perform such other duties as may be conferred or imposed upon it by the Statutes. Meetings of the Academic Council: 1) The Academic Council shall meet as often as may be necessary but at least once in three months. 2) One third of the total members of the Academic Council shall constitute the quorum for the meeting of the Academic Council. 3) Any business which may be necessary for the Academic Council to perform, except such business as may be placed before its meeting, may be carried out by circulation of a resolution among all its members and the resolution so circulated and approved by a simple majority shall be effective and binding as if such resolution had been passed in the meeting of the Academic Council. 4) Other authorities of the university: The Governing Body may constitute from time-to-time other authorities for the effective functioning of the university. 10 | ||
| STATUTE 3 OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY 3. 0 Officers of the University: The University shall have the following Officers: 1) Visitor 2) Chancellor 3) Pro Chancellor 4) Vice Chancellor 5) Pro Vice Chancellor 6) Registrar 7) Controller of Examinations 8) Chief Finance and Accounts Officer 3.01 Visitor: The Governor of Haryana shall be the Visitor of the University. 1. The Visitor shall have the following powers as specified under the Act: 2. a. when present, s/he shall preside over the convocation of the university for conferring degrees and diplomas; to call for any paper or information relating to the affairs of the university; and b. on the basis of the information received under clause (b), if he is satisfied that c. any order, proceeding, or decision taken by any authority of the university is not in conformity with the provisions of the Act, Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations or Rules, he may issue such directions as he may deem fit in the interest of the University and the directions so issued shall be complied with by the University. 3.02 Chancellor: 1. The first Chancellor of the University shall be appointed by the K.R. Education Society for period of three years with the approval of the Visitor, and shall be eligible for re-appointment for more terms. Thereafter, the K.R. Education Society will select the Chancellor from amongst its members with each tenure being for three years, renewable for further terms, with prior concurrence of the Visitor. Chancellor shall hold his office at the pleasure of the K.R. Education Society. If the office of Chancellor becomes vacant due to death, resignation or otherwise, 2. or if the Chancellor is unable to perform his or her duties due to illness or any other cause, the K.R. Education Society shall appoint a new Chancellor as per the Rules mentioned under sub- section (1) above. 11 | ||
| 3. The Chancellor shall have the following powers as specified under the Act: a. To call for any information or record; b. To appoint the Vice-Chancellor; c. To remove the Vice-Chancellor in accordance with the provisions of subsection (7) of section 17 of the Act. 4. Subject to the provisions of the Act, the Chancellor shall have the following additional powers: a) The Chancellor shall preside over meetings of the Governing Body; b) The Chancellor shall have the right to conduct an inspection of a college, hostel, office, or any other establishment / part of the University and of the examination center(s) himself or can direct any person or authority to do so. S/he can order an inquiry to be made in respect of any matter connected with the establishment, administration and finances of the University. The decision of conducting an inspection/ inquiry can be taken by the Chancellor himself suo-moto or on a representation. c) The Chancellor may address the Vice-Chancellor with reference to the result of such an inspection or inquiry together with his views and advice with regard to the action to be taken thereon. On receipt of the address made by the Chancellor, the Vice-Chancellor shall communicate forthwith to the Authority concerned, the result of the inspection or inquiry and the views of the Chancellor and the advice tendered by him regarding action to be taken thereon. The Authority concerned shall take action on the advice given by the Chancellor within a reasonable time. d) The Authority concerned shall communicate, through the Vice-Chancellor, to the Chancellor the action taken on the advice of the Chancellor. e) Where the Authority concerned does not take action to the satisfaction of the Chancellor within the specified time limit, if any, fixed by the Chancellor, the Chancellor may, issue such directions as s/he may think fit and the Vice- Chancellor or the Authority concerned shall be bound to comply with such directions. f) Without prejudice to the foregoing provisions of the section, the Chancellor may by an order in writing annul, suspend or modify any resolution, order or proceeding of any of the officers and/or authorities of the University not in conformity with the Act, the Statutes or the Ordinances or not in the interest of the University; Provided that, before making any such order, s/he shall call upon the Officer/ Authority concerned of the University to show cause why such an order should not be made and if any cause is shown within the time limit fixed by the Chancellor the same shall be considered. g) Every proposal for the conferment of an Honorary Degree as recommended by the Board of Management shall be forwarded by the Chancellor for approval. the Vice-Chancellor, Pro Vice Chancellor and h) The Chancellor shall appoint Registrar as per the procedure laid down in the Statutes. If in the opinion of the Chancellor, the Vice-Chancellor willfully omits or refuses i) to carry out the provisions of the Act or abuses the powers vested in him and if it appears to the Chancellor that the continuance of the Vice-Chancellor in office is detrimental to the interests of the University, the Chancellor may initiate an 12 | ||
| inquiry against him. The Chancellor may suspend the Vice-Chancellor during the pendency or in contemplation of any inquiry against him. In such a situation any other officer as deem fit, will be assigned officiating charge by the Chancellor to officiate as Vice-Chancellor. The Chancellor shall appoint a high-power enquiry committee and based on its recommendations, if so decided, by order under his signatures, remove the Vice-Chancellor. The Chancellor shall be the final appellate authority for any matter of dispute j) referred to him/her by the Vice Chancellor. 3.03 Pro Chancellor: 1. The Pro Chancellor, if required, shall be appointed by K.R. Education Society for a period of three years. 2. The Pro Chancellor shall assist the Chancellor in discharging his/her duties as and when required by the Chancellor. 3. S/he shall exercise such powers and perform such duties as may be assigned or delegated to him by the Chancellor 3.04 Vice Chancellor: the Chancellor as per the 1. The First Vice-Chancellor shall be appointed by qualifications prescribed by the University Grants Commission and shall hold office for a term of three years. Subsequent appointments shall be done as per Statue 5. 2. S/he or she shall be eligible for re-appointment for another term of three years. Provided further that a Vice Chancellor shall continue to hold the office even after the expiry of his term till new Vice-Chancellor joins. However, in any case this period shall not exceed one year. 3. If the office of the Vice Chancellor becomes vacant due to death, resignation or otherwise or if the Vice Chancellor is unable to perform his or her duties due to illness or any other cause, the Chancellor, on the recommendation of the Governing Body, shall appoint an acting Vice Chancellor. 4. Powers and Functions: a) The Vice Chancellor shall have the following powers as specified under the Act: i. The Vice-Chancellor shall be the principal executive and academic officer of the University and shall exercise general superintendence and control over the affairs of the University and shall execute the decisions of various authorities to the University. ii. In the absence of both the Visitor and the Chancellor, the Vice Chancellor shall preside over the convocation of the University. to provisions of the Act and Provisions of Statutes, the Vice b) Subject Chancellor shall have the following additional powers and functions: 13 | ||
| i. The Vice Chancellor shall ensure compliance with the provisions of the Act, Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations and Rules of the University. relating to the proper maintenance and discipline of the ii. All powers University shall be vested in the Vice Chancellor. iii. The Vice Chancellor may provide for appointment of Visiting Fellows, Visiting Professors and for Fellowships, Scholarships, Studentships, Medals and Prizes. iv. The Vice Chancellor shall exercise all other powers as may be delegated by the Chancellor. v. The Vice Chancellor shall have the power to re-delegate some of his or her powers to any of his or her subordinate officers as prescribed by the Statutes. the power to convene or cause to be vi. The Vice Chancellor shall have convened meetings of the various authorities, bodies, Committees and Boards of the University for which he or she is the Chair. vii. The Vice Chancellor shall have the power to fix emoluments and other terms and conditions of service of all academic and administrative staff, in accordance with the budget approved by Governing Body. 3.05 Pro Vice Chancellor: 1. The Pro Vice Chancellor shall be the whole time senior Professor, with a proven track record of successful senior level leadership of the University and shall be appointed by the Chancellor and shall discharge such duties as assigned/ delegated to him by the Chancellor or Vice- Chancellor from time to time. 2. The Pro Vice-Chancellor shall hold office at the pleasure of the Chancellor and will officiate as Vice Chancellor, if the Vice Chancellor is on leave and shall carryout only the routine business and will not take any financial or policy decision. the Academic Council 3. S/he shall be ex officio member of committees as determines from time to time. 4. S/he shall advise the University Vice-Chancellor on University policies and procedures. 3.06 Registrar: 1. The First Registrar shall be appointed by the Chancellor of the University. Subsequent appointments will be done as per Statute 5. 2. The Registrar shall have the following powers as specified under the Act: To sign all contracts and authenticate all documents and records on behalf i. of the University; The Registrar shall be the Member-Secretary of Board of Management and ii. Academic Council but shall not have a right to vote. 3. In addition to the powers and duties mentioned under the Act, the Registrar shall have the following, additional duties: 14 | ||
| To conduct official correspondence on behalf of the Authorities of the i. University: To issue notices to convene meetings of the Authorities of the University ii. and all committees and subcommittees appointed by any of these Authorities; iii. To keep the minutes of the meetings of all the Authorities of the University and of all the committees and subcommittees appointed by any of these Authorities; iv. To conduct official correspondence of the Board of Management and the Academic Council; To enter into agreements, sign documents and authenticate records on v. behalf of the University; vi. To hold in special custody the common seal, records, books and documents and other such property of the University as specified by the Board of Management; vii. To safeguard and maintain the buildings, gardens, offices, canteens, cars and other vehicles, laboratories, libraries, reading rooms, equipment and other properties of the University; and viii. To represent the University when authorized by the Board of Management in suits or proceedings by or against the University, sign powers of attorney and plead or depute his or her representatives for this purpose; the Academic Regulations and Records Office, maintain the ix. To head student records including the academic records and personal information records and keep proper record of Academic Regulations of the University subject to the supervision of the Academic Council; To perform such other duties as may be specified in the Statutes, x. Ordinances, or Regulations as may be specified by the Governing Body, Board of Management or the Vice Chancellor/ Pro Vice Chancellor from time to time. xi. To ensure effective student registration and enrolment, management of records of current and past students, ensuring compliance with student record policy; record transfer credit, advanced placement, study abroad work, thesis titles, comprehensive examination results and grade changes xii. To produce and mail transcripts; store and preserve academic records and inactive student folders; process grades and produce transcripts for non credit students; retain copies of course descriptions xiii. To produce official student lists, reports, and statistics; publish the student directory; validate ID cards; process ID number changes, changes of school, name and address; interpret and enforce academic regulations; collect grades from faculty; record grades, produce and mail grade reports; monitor lists of graduates; rank undergraduates for graduation; organize student 15 | ||
| participation in the convocation. 3.07 Controller of Examinations: 1. The Controller of Examinations shall be appointed by the Chancellor of the University. 2. The Controller of Examinations shall be the principal officer-in-charge of the conduct of examinations and tests of the University and declaration of their results. 3. S/he must have requisite qualifications and relevant experience in an academic institution, as specified by the regulations of the University. of Examinations shall be responsible for making all 4. The Controller arrangements necessary for holding examinations and tests and declaration of results, including: preparing and announcing in advance the calendar of examinations; i. arranging for printing of question papers; ii. arranging to get performance of the candidates at the examinations properly iii. assessed, and process the results; arranging for the timely publication of results of examinations and other iv. tests; postponing or cancelling examinations, in part or in whole, in the event of v. malpractices or if the circumstances so warrant, and take disciplinary action or initiate any civil or criminal proceedings against any person or a group of persons or a college or an institution alleged to have committed malpractices; taking disciplinary action where necessary against the candidates, paper vi. setters, examiners, moderators, or any other persons connected with examinations and found guilty of malpractices in relation to the examinations; vii. Reviewing from time to time, the results of university examinations and forward reports thereon to the Academic Council. 5. The Controller of Examinations shall exercise such other powers and perform such other duties as may be prescribed by the Statutes, Ordinances, Regulations and Rules or the Vice Chancellor/ Pro Vice Chancellor or his or her delegate. 3.08 Chief Finance and Accounts Officer: the 1. The First Chief Finance and Accounts Officer shall be appointed by Chancellor. Subsequent appointments will be done as per Statute 5. 2. The Chief Finance and Accounts Officer shall work under the supervision of the Vice chancellor and shall be accountable to the Governing Body and the Board of Management. S/he shall be the ex-officio member Secretary of the Finance and Budget Committee. He or she shall advise the Vice Chancellor on all 16 | ||
| financial matters. 3. Subject to the control of the Governing Body, the Chief Finance and Accounts Officer shall manage the assets and investments of the University. 4. The Chief Finance and Accounts Officer shall be responsible for the preparation of annual estimates and statements of accounts for submission to the Finance Committee and the Governing Body. 5. The Responsibilities of the Chief Finance and Accounts Officer shall also be as follows: i. To exercise general supervision over the funds of the University and advise the Vice Chancellor on the University's financial policy; ii. To hold and manage property and investments including trust and endowed property for furthering the objects of the University; that the limit fixed by the Finance and Budget Committee for iii. To see recurring and non-recurring expenditure for a year are not exceeded and that all monies are expended on the purposes for which they are granted or allotted; iv. To receive all monies for the use and benefit of the University within the mandate and objectives of the University; v. To watch the progress of collection of revenue and advise on the methods of collection employed; vi. To make payments sanctioned under each head of budget as approved by the Governing Body or Board of Management or as authorized by a competent authority designated by the Vice Chancellor; vii. To prepare interim reports for the Vice Chancellor and Finance and Budget Committee; in consultation with the Vice Chancellor and subject to viii. To prepare amendments and approval of the Finance and Budget Committee, an annual budget of current and capital income and expenditure of the University including both formal and non-formal education and auxiliary units, for submission to the Board of Management; ix. To invest University funds in consultation with the Finance and Budget Committee and the approval of the Governing Body; x. To see that the registers of buildings, land, furniture and equipment are maintained up to date and that the stock-checking is conducted of equipment and other consumable materials in all offices, centers, laboratories, libraries, schools and institutions maintained by the University; xi. To call for explanation from concerned officers or authorities, bodies, committees or board for unauthorized expenditure and for financial irregularity that is brought to his/her notice and to suggest disciplinary action against the persons at fault; xii. To represent the University in all legal matters pertaining to finance and taxation; 17 | ||
| xiii. To provide for at least one annual audit of all the accounts of the University; xiv. To review the reports and findings of the Internal Audit Unit xv. To make recommendations to the Governing Body on the appointment of auditors and oversee the financial audit of the University accounts such other duties as may be required by the Statutes, xvi. To perform Ordinances, Regulations and Rules or the Vice Chancellor/ Pro Vice Chancellor or his or her delegate; and xvii. To call for from any office or school or institution under the University any information or returns that s/he may consider necessary to discharge his or her financial responsibilities. 3.09 Dean Academics: 1. There shall be a Dean Academics in the University, who shall be a full-time salaried officer. 2. The Dean Academics shall be appointed by the Vice-Chancellor from amongst the Professors of the University. 3. The term of Dean Academics shall be co-terminus with the term of office of the Vice- Chancellor or three years whichever is earlier: Provided that, the new Vice- Chancellor may continue his services as a Dean till the new Dean is duly appointed. 4. The qualification and experience for the purpose of selection of the Dean shall be the qualification and experience of the Professor of not less than ten years. 5. The roles and responsibilities of the Dean Academics shall be: to foster Research, Teaching and Learning in the University. As an i. academic leader, s/he would provide leadership in conceptualizing the directions of the faculties and would work out a roadmap to achieve it. The responsibilities being: to lead the academic efforts toward achieving University goals ii. to lead and coordinating strategic planning and curriculum development of iii. the various schools/ college to supervise, evaluate, and support Departments/ Schools in a manner that iv. promotes excellence in instruction, scholarly and creative productivity. To lead and coordinate the academic governance of the schools/ colleges v. vi. To lead the processes of faculty selection and overseeing the processes of faculty and staff selection and retention vii. To coordinate the professional development of faculty and staff in instruction, viii. To evaluate overall Departmental/ School productivity research, and service responsibilities ix. To advise the University Vice-Chancellor/ Pro Vice Chancellor on 18 | ||
| University policies and procedures To provide recommendations to the Vice Chancellor regarding policies and x. procedures, especially in academic matters, sabbaticals and other leaves for faculty and staff; xi. Any other assignment as given by the Vice Chancellor/ Pro vice Chancellor from time to time. 3.10 Deans of the Faculties: 1. The Dean of a Faculty shall be nominated by the Vice-Chancellor from amongst Professors of the faculty for a period of 3 years by rotation. The Vice Chancellor may reduce the period or extend the period for another term, in case of there being no Professor in the faculty. 2. The Dean of a Faculty shall preside at all meetings of the Board of Faculty and shall ensure that various deliberations of the Board of Faculty are communicated to the Academic Council and all concerned for further action. 3. He may attend any meeting of the Board of Studies pertaining to his faculty. 4. The Dean of a Faculty shall have the following duties and powers: i. S/he shall preside at all the meetings of the Board of Faculty and shall see that the various decisions of the Board are implemented. ii. S/he shall be responsible for bringing the academic and related needs of the Faculty to the notice of the Vice-Chancellor/ Pro Vice Chancellor. iii. S/he shall help in taking necessary measures for proper maintenance of libraries, laboratories and all other assets of the departments comprised in the Faculty. iv. Any other responsibility given by the Vice Chancellor/ Pro Vice Chancellor from time to time. 3.11 The Proctor: 1. The Proctor shall be appointed by the Vice-Chancellor and shall be a whole time salaried officer of the University from amongst the teaching/ non-teaching employees of the university. The Proctor shall assist the Vice-Chancellor to exercise the powers as a disciplinary authority in respect of students of the University and shall also exercise such powers and perform such duties in respect of discipline as may be assigned to him by the Vice-Chancellor from time to time. 2. The Proctor shall report to the Vice Chancellor and hold the office at his pleasure. 19 | ||
| 3.12 Other Officers: The Board of Management on the recommendation of the Academic Council or the Vice Chancellor may create additional posts as officials of the University for its smooth functioning, define and approve the manner of appointment, terms and conditions of service and powers and duties of such officers of the University. Constitution of Committees: 3.13 The authorities or officers of the university may constitute such committees with such terms of reference as may be necessary for specific tasks to be performed by such committees. The constitution of such committees and their duties shall be such as may be specified by the authorities or officers forming the committee. Whenever any authority of the University is given power by this Act or the statues to appoint Committee, such committees shall, have as otherwise provided, consist of any or all the members of the authority concerned and of such other person, if any, as the authority in each case thinks fit. Protection of Action taken in good faith: 3.14 No suit or other legal proceedings shall lie against any officer or other employee of the University for anything, which is done or intended to be done in good faith in pursuance of the provisions of this Act, the Statutes or the Rules and Regulations made there under. Proceeding not Invalidated: 3.15 No act or proceeding of any authority of the University shall be invalid merely by reason of the existence of any vacancy or defect in the constitution of the authority. Filling of Casual Vacancies: 3.16 Any casual vacancy among the members, other than ex-officio members, of any Authority or body of the University shall be filled in the same manner in which the member whose vacancy is to be filled up, was chosen, and the person filling the vacancy shall be a member of such authority or body for the remaining term for which the person whose place s/he fills would have been a member 20 | ||
| STATUTE 4 THE FACULTY The Faculty: 4.0 The University shall have the faculties as approved by the Board of Management. Initially the following faculties shall come into existence: 1. Faculty of Engineering, Technology, Architecture & Design 2. Faculty of Commerce & Business Management 3. Faculty of Health & Allied Sciences 4. Faculty of Sciences 5. Faculty of Humanities & Social Sciences 6. Faculty of Performing & Fine Arts 7. Faculty of Media Studies 8. Faculty of Agricultural Studies 9. Faculty of Travel, Hospitality & Hotel Management 10. Faculty of Law 11. Faculty of Education 12. Faculty of Vocational Studies Programs to be run under each faculty will be approved by the Board of Management on the recommendation of the academic Council. 4.01 Miscellaneous The University shall continue to add, amend and reorganize any faculty based on the recommendations of the University bodies and approval of the Board of Management. The departments in each faculty will be finalized, added, amended or reorganized on the recommendation of the Academic Council after due approval of the Board of Management from time to time. 21 | ||
| STATUTE 5 APPOINTMENT OF FACULTY AND NON-FACULTY STAFF 5.0 Minimum Qualifications for appointment of Faculty: 1. The University shall meet the minimum qualification requirements for faculty as prescribed by the UGC. 2. The University shall also meet other minimum conditions of appointment mandated by the UGC. 5.01 Selection committees for appointment of Faculty/ Officials/ Staff: 1. Selection Committee for the Appointment of the Vice Chancellor: i. There shall be a Selection Committee for the Appointment of the Vice Chancellor constituted by the Governing Body as follows: a) One eminent Academician, not below the rank of a Vice Chancellor, nominated by the Chancellor from outside the State of Haryana, as Chairperson; b) One eminent Academician from the State of Haryana nominated by the Chancellor; c) Three members nominated by the Board of Governors, one of whom shall be nominated as the convener of the committee by the Board of Governors. ii The Vice Chancellor shall be appointed by the Chancellor from a panel of not less than two persons recommended by the Selection Committee. Selection of all other Officers listed in Statute 3 shall be done in accordance with the provisions in the Rules and Regulations of the University and approved by the Governing Body of the University. However, the first Vice Chancellor, Registrar and Chief Finance and Accounts Officer shall be appointed by the Chancellor. 2. Selection Committee for Appointment of Faculty and Academic Staff: There shall be a Selection Committee, constituted for making recommendations for appointment to the posts of Professors, Associate Professors, Assistant Professors, research staff and other academic posts other than Visiting Teachers for each School. The Selection Committee shall make such recommendations in accordance with the procedures set out in the Rules and Regulations of the University duly approved by the Governing Body. 3. Selection process for the appointment of other administrative staff shall be in accordance with the procedures set out in the Rules and Regulations of the University duly approved by the Governing Body. 22 | ||
| 4. Meetings of the Selection Committees: i. The meetings of the relevant Selection Committee shall be convened by the Chair of the Selection Committee as and when necessary. ii. Three members of the Selection Committee shall form the quorum. iii. The Chair of the Selection Committee shall have both deliberative and casting rote. iv. All decisions regarding appointments shall be made by a majority of the members present and voting. 5. Reservation in appointment of faculty, academic staff and non-teaching staff: The University shall follow the reservation policy in the provisions of Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006, as amended from time to time, in the appointments of faculty, academic staff and non-teaching staff. 5.02 Special Mode of Appointment: Notwithstanding anything contained in the previous section of this Statute: invite a person of high academic distinction and 1. The Vice Chancellor may professional attainments to accept the post of Pro-Vice Chancellor, Professor or Associate Professor or any other academic post in the University, on such terms and conditions as the Vice Chancellor deems fit, and on the person agreeing to do so, appoint him or her to the post for up to one year, after due approval of the Governing Body. 2. The Vice Chancellor may on the recommendation of the concerned Head of the Department and the concerned Dean appoint a Visiting Teacher for a period up to one year, after prior approval of the Chancellor. 3. The Vice Chancellor may appoint a teacher or any other academic staff working in any other university or organization to undertake a joint project, with prior approval of the Chancellor. 5.03 Remuneration Policy for Faculty: 1. The University shall offer salaries to the faculty across various positions such as– Vice Chancellor, Registrar, Deans, HODs, Professors, Associate Professors and Assistant Professors - that are preferably as per the UGC pay structure. level and other benefits or perks as mentioned under the 2. The exact salary University's Remuneration Policy shall be approved by the Governing Body. 3. The Governing Body shall frame the general terms and conditions which shall be applicable to all employees of the university. 23 | ||
| 5.04 Code of Conduct: All members of the faculty/ staff shall adhere to the code of conduct established by the University as outlined within the rules and regulations and amended from time to time. 24 | ||
| STATUTE 6 ADMISSIONS AND RESERVATION 6 . 0 General Admission Requirements: 1. Admissions to various programs in the University shall be made on the basis of merit determined through a detailed application and interview process. in the Rules and 2. Merit shall be determined by a scoring system detailed Regulations of the University. 3. The scoring system will take into account academic achievements (including performance in standardized tests), extra-curricular activities and performance in other parameters prescribed by the University as part of the admission process. to select students of high academic 4. The admissions process shall be geared potential who are intensely curious, open-minded, hardworking, and persistent and with a deep and abiding sense of social responsibility. Students with outstanding talents in the arts, sports, and extra-curricular activities shall also be given due consideration. 6.01 Minimum Eligibility Criteria: The minimum eligibility criteria to seek admission in the UG/PG/Doctoral- Courses/programmes shall be as laid down by UGC or concerned regulatory bodies if any. 6.02 Fee Exemptions, Scholarships and Fellowships: 1. The University shall provide need-based scholarships to a specific number of students based on a process defined in the statutes and ordinances. 2. The University shall provide fee exemption to students domiciled in Haryana as per the provisions of the Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006 and the policy of the Government of Haryana. 6.03 Number of Seats in Different Courses: The number of seats available in each programme for an academic year shall be determined by the Board of Management in consultation with the Academic Council, Academic Policy Committees, the relevant Schools and such other Officers, Authorities, Bodies, Committees or Boards as the Board of Management considers appropriate to consult. 6.04 Reservation Policy 1. The University shall follow the reservation policy for admissions in accordance with Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006 and the policy of the Government of 25 | ||
| Haryana. in the University are reserved for students 2. Where any seats for admission domiciled in Haryana or belonging to the Scheduled Castes of the State of Haryana are not filled by persons who are domiciled in Haryana or belong to the Scheduled Castes of the State of Haryana, they shall be filled by other students according to the general admission policy. 3. Where there are more applicants belong to the Scheduled Castes of the State of Haryana than the number of reserved seats prescribed by these Statutes, their admission to these reserved seats shall be on competitive basis amongst such applicants. 6.05 Fee Regulations 1. The tuition and hostel fees for various programmes of the university shall be prescribed by the Board of Management and shall be approved by the Governing Body. from time to time, other fees such as 2. The University shall also prescribe admission fee, mess fee, usage charges for services provided on payment basis. 26 | ||
| STATUTE 7 ORDINANCES, RULES AND ACADEMIC REGULATIONS 7.0 Rules: The following shall be decided under respective rules/ regulations/ guidelines/ academic regulations of the university: Admission of students to the University and their enrolment and continuance as 1. such; The courses of study to be laid down for all degrees, diploma, certificates and 2. other academic distinctions of the University, the minimum qualification for the same; The award of degrees, diploma, certificates and other academic distinctions; 3. The conditions of the award of fellowships, scholarships, studentships, medals 4. and prizes; The conduct of examination and the condition and mode of appointment and 5. duties of examining bodies, examiners, invigilators, tabulators and moderators; The fee to be charged for various courses, examinations, degrees and other 6. academic distinctions of the University; The conditions of residence of the students at the University; 7. 8. Maintenance of discipline among the students of the University; The other Fee and Deposits chargeable from student for various courses of 9. studies; 10. The provision of reservation in admission/ appointment as per the Act; 11. The manner of co-operation and collaboration with other universities and institutions of higher education; 12. The right to appeal by employee or students of the University. 13. Provident Fund and other statutory provisions for the employees to be in force till such time any 14. The rules, as approved would continue modification/ Amendment is required for the smooth functioning of the university and such modifications shall be approved by the Board of Management. 27 | ||
| 15. In addition, if subsequent to the functioning of the University any additional rules are to be framed the same shall be approved by the Board of Management. 7.01 Delegation of Powers: a) The Governing Body, the Board of Management and the Academic Council can delegate any power vested in term by a resolution passed in a meeting. in b) The Chancellor and the Vice-Chancellor can delegate the powers vested them, except approval of appointments/ termination of employees, policy decisions and financial delegation. c) Such delegation shall be reported to the Board of Management. d) Officers, other than Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor can delegate the powers vested in them with the approval of the Chancellor/ Vice-Chancellor. 28 | ||
| STATUTE 8 CONFERMENT AND WITHDRAWAL OF ACADEMIC DISTINCTION 8.0 Conferment of Academic Distinction: The University shall have powers to award Degrees, Diploma and certificates to students admitted to different programs with accordance with law and who have pursued in the University a course/ program and who have been declared eligible on the basis of the results of the examination conducted by the University under the conditions laid down by the Rules and Regulations of the University. The degree, diploma or certificate shall be as instituted by the Academic Council in accordance with the Rules and Regulations. The degree/ diploma/ certificate and other academic distinction awarded to a recipient, can be withdrawn by the University with approval of the Board of Management, for reasons of falsifications of documents for securing admission and concealment of material facts or conviction for an offence involving violence and moral turpitude or for such other serious offence. Provided, before taking action, under clause above, for the withdrawal of any degree/ diploma/ certificate and other academic distinction conferred or granted by the University, the person concerned shall be given an opportunity of being heard. The charges framed against him shall be communicated by the Registrar by registered post or by hand and the person concerned shall be required to submit his explanation within a period of fifteen days or the time granted in the notice of the receipt of the charges. 8.01 Conferment and withdrawal of Honorary Degrees The degree of Doctor of letters [D.Litt.], Honoris Causa, may be conferred upon such persons as have contributed substantially to the advancement of Literature, Law, Philosophy, Art, Music, Painting or any other subject assigned to the Faculty, or for conspicuous services rendered by them to the cause of education. The degree of Doctor of Science [D.Sc.] Honoris Causa, ma be conferred upon such person as have contributed substantially to the advancement of any branch of science, medicine or technology or to planning, organizing or developing scientific and technology institutions. The degree of Doctor of Laws [LL.D.] Honoris Causa, may be conferred upon persons, who are distinguished lawyers, judge or jurists or statesmen who have made noteworthy contribution to the public good. The Board of Management may, suo-moto, or on the recommendation of the Academic Council forward names to the Chancellor for conferment of an honorary degree, for seeking approval of the Visitor. Provided, that in cases of urgency, the Chancellor may submit on behalf of the 29 | ||
| Board, such proposal to the Visitor. The Visitor will communicate his acceptance or otherwise his views within thirty days of sending the communication and in case of no response, the recommendation of the Chancellor will be treated as accepted by the Visitor. Provided, that no such proposal shall be submitted in respect of a person who is a member of any authority or body of the University. The University shall have the power to withdraw the degrees so conferred if it is so desired. Before taking any action for the withdrawal of any such degree, conferred or granted by the University, the person concerned shall be given an opportunity to explain the charges against him. The charges framed against him shall be communicated by the Registrar by registered post and the person concerned shall be required to submit his explanation within a period of not less than fifteen days of the receipt of the charges. Every proposal for the withdrawal of an honorary degree shall require previous sanction of the Visitor. 8.02 Convocation: a) Convocation for the award of degrees and diplomas and other distinctions of the University shall be held as required each year on such date, time and at such places as approved by the Board of Management. b) A special convocation may be held by the University with prior approval of the Chancellor. c) The convocation shall consist of the persons specified as constituting the body corporate of the University. The procedure to be observed at the convocations shall be such as may be laid down in the Rules & Regulations. Where the University does not find it convenient to hold the convocation for some un-avoidable circumstances, the degrees, diplomas and other academic distinction may be dispatched to the candidates concerned by registered post or candidates may collect from the University office. 8.03 Correspondence Courses and Distance Education: It shall be open to the University to run correspondence course/ program or distance education in conformity/ approval of UGC guidelines and norms laid down by the Distance Education Bureau. 30 | ||
| STATUTE 9 MISCELLANEOUS 9.0 Conditions of Service: Terms and Conditions of Service and Code of Conduct for the Academic Staff/ Administrative Staff/ Employees of the University: i. All the teachers and other academic/ administrative staff of the University shall be governed by the terms and conditions of service and a code of conduct as may be prescribed by the University. ii. Every member of Academic/ administrative staff of the University shall be appointed on basis of a written contract. iii. A copy of every Academic Staff's contract referred to in sub-section (ii) shall be deposited with the Registrar. 9.01 Arbitration of Disputes between the University and Employees: Any dispute, controversy or claim arising out of or in connection with the contract between the University and any employee, or the breach, termination or invalidity thereof, or between the university and its officers, teachers, employees and/ or students shall, at the request of the employee or the person concerned be referred to a tribunal of arbitration consisting of one member nominated by the Vice Chancellor, one member nominated by the employee among the university employees or the person concerned and a Chair selected by the two nominated members. Arbitrators shall submit their recommendation to the vice chancellor and decision of the Vice Chancellor shall be final. 9.02 Right to Appeal Every employee or student of the University or an Institution maintained by the University shall have a right to appeal, within such time as may be prescribed by the Statutes, to the Chancellor or any other authority that might be approved by the Governing Body, against the decision of any Officer or Authority of the University or of the Institution, as the case may be, and thereupon, the Chancellor or such other authority may confirm, modify or reverse the decision appealed against. 9.03 Removal of academic/ administrative staff and other employees of the University: i. Notwithstanding anything contained in the terms of contract of service of the appointment of an Academic/ Administrative Staff and other employees of the University, such person may be removed from the University by the appointing authority where such person is found to be: of unsound mind; a. 31 | ||
| had been convicted by a court of law of any offence moral turpitude and b. sentenced in respect thereof to imprisonment; or otherwise guilty of serious misconduct in discharging his or her powers c. and functions. Provided that such employee had been given a reasonable opportunity to be heard and present his/ her case to the authority investigating the matter. the removal of such Academic/ Administrative Staff or any other ii. Where employee is for a reason other than that specified in 9.04 (i), such person shall be given notice in writing or paid notice period salary in lieu of notice as per his/ her term of employment. 9.04 General Principles for the Interpretation of the Statutes: shall receive such fair, large and liberal construction and i. This Statute interpretations will best ensure the attainment of the object of the Statute according to its true intent, meaning and spirit. ii. In this Statute, unless the context otherwise requires: a. Where any word or expression is defined in this Statute, such definition shall extend to the grammatical variations and cognate expressions of such word or expression. importing the masculine gender include the b. Words and expressions feminine and neuter genders. c. Words and expressions in the singular include the plural and words and expressions in the plural include the singular. d. References to any officer, authority, body, committee or board includes his/ her or its nominee. this Statute confers power to make any subsidiary e. Where any part of legislation, expressions used in the subsidiary legislation shall have the same meaning as in the Statute conferring the power, and any reference in such subsidiary legislation to "the Statute" shall be construed as a reference to the Statute conferring the power to make such subsidiary legislation. f. Where in subsidiary legislation there is a reference to a section or other provision by number, letter or combination of number and letter, and not in conjunction with the title or short title of other subsidiary legislation or a Statute, the reference shall be construed as a reference to the section or other provision of that number, letter or combination in the subsidiary legislation in which the reference occurs. g. Where in subsidiary legislation there is a reference to a subsection or other subdivision of a provision by number, letter or combination of number and letter, and not in conjunction with the number of any other section or 32 | ||
| provision of that subsidiary legislation or any other subsidiary legislation, the reference shall be construed as a reference to the subsection or other subdivision of a provision of that number, letter or combination in the section or other provision in which the reference occurs. iii. Where any part of this Statute confers any power or imposes any duty, then the power may be exercised and the duty shall be performed from time to time as occasion requires. iv. Where any part of this Statute confers any power or imposes any duty on the holder of any office as such, then the power may be exercised and the duty shall be performed by the holder for the time being of that office. 9.05 The Overriding Effect of the Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006: Any powers or functions of any Officer, Authority, Body, Committee or Board conferred by this Statute are subject to the provisions of the Haryana Private Universities Act, 2006. 9.06 Presumption of lawful exercise of power: Subject to Statues 2 of this Statute, where this Statute confers authority upon any person to: make any subsidiary legislation; i. make any instrument; or ii. exercise any power or function, iii. and the Statute conferring the power prescribes conditions, subject to the observance, performance or existence of which any such power may be exercised, such conditions shall be presumed to have been duly fulfilled if in the document evidencing the exercise of the authority there is a statement that such authority had been conferred by such Statute. 9.07 Presumption of Validity of Appointments and Constitution of University Authorities and Bodies: i. Subject to this Statute, the appointment made to any post in the University and constitution of any authorities, bodies, boards or committees in the University in accordance with the Statutes and Regulations shall be deemed to be valid and in accordance with the law. If any question arises as to whether any person has been duly elected or ii. appointed as, or is entitled to be, a member of any authority or other body of the University, the matter shall be referred to the Chancellor whose decision thereon shall be final. 33 | ||
| Presumption of Validity of Act or Proceedings and Indemnity against 9.08 General Proceedings: Subject to this Statute, no act or proceeding of the Governing Body, i. Management Board or any other Officer, authority, body, committee or Board of the University shall be invalidated or questioned on the ground merely of the existence of any vacancy or defect in the constitution thereof. No suit, prosecution or any other legal proceedings shall lie against the ii. University or for any act or omission of any Officer, authority, body, committee or board or employee of the University in the performance of their powers and functions under the provisions of this Statute or any Ordinances, Regulations or Rule made there under, provided such act or omission was actuated by good faith. 9.09 Miscellaneous: Notwithstanding anything stated in these Statutes, for any unforeseen issues arising that is not covered by these Statutes, or in the event of dispute/ differences of opinion in interpretation of any provision of these Statutes and in respect of all the matter, whether expressly provided herein or not, the Chancellor may approve to take such measures as may be necessary for removal of difficulties that shall be final and binding on all the concerned. 34 | ||