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DAMODARAM SANJIVAYYA NATIONAL LAW UNIVERSITY ACT, 2008

The Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University Act, 2008

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The Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University Act, 2008 officially establishes and regulates the Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University in Andhra Pradesh. This legislation outlines the institution's core objectives, powers to grant degrees, and teaching functions aimed at delivering advanced legal education. It applies to all students, faculty members, and administrative authorities by defining their roles and establishing a governing framework led by a General Council and Vice-Chancellor. The Act matters because it provides the legal foundation necessary to cultivate professional legal standards, promote comprehensive research, and ensure equal educational opportunities for everyone without discrimination.

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Chapter II Chapter II →

  1. 3Establishment of Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University
  2. 4Objects of the University
  3. 5Powers and functions of the University
  4. 6Teaching in the University
  5. 7University open to all persons
  6. 8Visitor and Chancellor of the University
  7. 9Vice-Chancellor

Chapter III AUTHORITIES OF UNIVERSITY →

  1. 10Authorities of the University
  2. 11General Council
  3. 12Constitution of General Council
  4. 13Powers, functions and meetings of General Council
  5. 14Executive Council
  6. 15Constitution of the Executive Council
  7. 16Term of Office of Members of the Executive Council
  8. 17Powers and functions of the Executive Council
  9. 18Meetings of the Executive Council
  10. 19Academic Council
  11. 20Constitution of Academic Council
  12. 21Powers, functions and meetings of the Academic Council
  13. 22Finance Committee
  14. 23Planning and Monitoring Board

Chapter IV Chapter IV →

  1. 24Officers of the University
  2. 25Director of Campuses
  3. 26Powers and duties of Director
  4. 27Registrar
  5. 28Heads of the Departments
  6. 29Other officers and employees of the University
  7. 30Selection Committee
  8. 31Statutes and Regulations
  9. 32Appointment of first Vice-Chancellor and first Registrar
  10. 33Terms and conditions of employees

Chapter V Chapter V →

  1. 34University Fund
  2. 35Annual Accounts and financial estimates
  3. 36Annual Report

Chapter VI Chapter VI →

  1. 37Qualification for admission of students
  2. 38Residence of students
  3. 39Honorary degree
  4. 40Withdrawal of degree or diploma
  5. 41Discipline among students
  6. 42Right to Appeal

Chapter VII Chapter VII →

  1. 43Filling up of seats
  2. 44Execution of Contracts
  3. 45Officers and employees to be public servant
  4. 46Proceedings not invalidated by vacancies
  5. 47Protection of action taken in good faith
  6. 48Power to remove difficulties
  7. 49Repeal of Ordinance 6 of 2008

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