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Andhra Pradesh Fisheries and Ocean University (Establishment and Regulation) Act, 2017

Andhra Pradesh Fisheries and Ocean University (Establishment and Regulation) Act, 2017

Education201747 sections9 chapters

The Andhra Pradesh Fisheries and Ocean University (Establishment and Regulation) Act, 2017 establishes the legal framework for founding and operating fisheries and ocean universities in the state of Andhra Pradesh. It applies to private sponsoring bodies seeking to create specialized institutions, outlining application procedures, expert evaluation committees, project report requirements, and key administrative structures. By ensuring that these universities remain accessible to all individuals regardless of background, the legislation aims to advance higher education, scientific research, and professional training in marine sciences and aquaculture, ultimately supporting sustainable coastal development and strengthening the regional maritime economy.

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Chapter I PRELIMINARY →

  1. 1Short title, extent and commencement
  2. 2Definitions

Chapter II ESTABLISHMENT OF UNIVERSITY →

  1. 3Establishment of University
  2. 4Goals and Objects of the University
  3. 5Powers and functions of the University
  4. 6Application for establishment of a University
  5. 7Project Report
  6. 8The power of Council for constitution of Expert (Screening) Committee and factors to consider proposal
  7. 9Recommendations of the additional measures
  8. 10Letter of intent
  9. 11Establishment of University by amending Schedules
  10. 12Management of certain Institutions
  11. 13University open to all irrespective of sex, religion, class, creed or opinion

Chapter III OFFICERS OF UNIVERSITY →

  1. 14Officers of University
  2. 15Chancellor
  3. 16Vice Chancellor
  4. 17Registrar
  5. 18Chief Finance and Accounts Officer
  6. 19Other Officers

Chapter IV AUTHORITIES OF UNIVERSITY →

  1. 20Authorities of the University
  2. 21Constitution, Tenure, Powers, Quorum etc. of the Governing Body
  3. 22Board of Management
  4. 23Academic Council
  5. 24Disqualifications
  6. 25Vacancies not to invalidate the constitution of, or the proceedings of any authority or body of University
  7. 26Constitution of committees

Chapter V STATUTES, ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS →

  1. 27First Statutes
  2. 28Subsequent Statutes
  3. 29First Ordinances
  4. 30Subsequent Ordinances
  5. 31Regulations
  6. 32Regulation and Accreditation of University
  7. 33Convocation
  8. 34Accreditation University
  9. 35University to follow rules, regulations, norms, etc. of regulating bodies

Chapter VII FUNDS OF UNIVERSITY →

  1. 36Endowment Fund
  2. 37General Fund
  3. 38Application of General Fund

Chapter VIII ACCOUNTS, AUDIT AND ANNUAL REPORT →

  1. 39Annual Report
  2. 40Annual Accounts and Audit

Chapter IX WINDING UP OF UNIVERSITY →

  1. 41Management of University on dissolution of Sponsoring Body
  2. 42Dissolution of University
  3. 43Special Powers of State Government in certain circumstances

Chapter X MISCELLANEOUS →

  1. 44Powers of Government to make rules
  2. 45Power to remove difficulties

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