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section 8

Chancellor of the University

The India International University of Legal Education and Research of the Bar Council of India Trust at Andhra Pradesh Act, 2025
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  1. (1) Appointment and Powers of the Chancellor: A Judge of the Supreme Court of India, as nominated by the Board of Trustees of the Bar Council of India Trust (PEARL-FIRST), shall serve as the Chancellor of the University. The Chancellor shall preside over the Convocation of the University in the absence of the Visitor and shall play a key role in the governance and academic standards of the University by providing advice to the Chairman and to the Board of Trustees. All degrees and final appointments shall bear the Chancellor’s signature to reflect the University’s commitment to academic excellence and governance standards.
  2. (2) Inspection and Oversight Authority of the Chancellor: The Chancellor, either independently or in consultation with the Chairman, may cause an inspection to be conducted of the University’s buildings, libraries, equipment, and any other institution maintained by the University. This inspection shall also include examinations of the teaching, research, and administrative functions of the University, ensuring that all operations are aligned with the objectives of the BCI Trust PEARL-FIRST. After the inspection, the Chancellor, in consultation with the Chairman and the Board of Trustees/Managing Trustees, may issue guidance or recommendations to improve the functioning of the University. These recommendations shall be aligned with the long-term objectives of the BCI Trust and the highest standards of legal education.
  3. (3) Communication of Inspection Results: The Chancellor shall address the Secretary of the Board with reference to the findings from the inspection. The Secretary shall then communicate the Chancellor’s views and any advice on necessary actions to the Board. The Board of Trustees, either through the General Council or directly, shall ensure that the Chancellor’s recommendations are implemented in a timely manner.
  4. (4) Response and Action on Recommendations: The Chairman, in consultation with the Board of Trustees/ Managing Trustees, either through the General Council or directly, shall communicate the actions taken or proposed to be taken based on the

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