CWTITSGARH ACT
The Chhattisgarh Shaikshanik Sansthan Me Pratarna Ka Pratishedh Act, 2001
Education200110 sections
This law strictly prohibits ragging in educational institutions throughout the state of Chhattisgarh. It defines ragging as any act that causes humiliation, physical harm, or deters human dignity for students. Those found guilty face serious consequences, including imprisonment for up to five years or a penalty of up to five thousand rupees. The state government has empowered institutions to suspend or expel students involved in such offenses. Additionally, anyone convicted cannot be admitted to another educational institution for three years. This act is essential for safeguarding students from harassment and ensuring a respectful educational environment.
- 1. Short title, extent and commencement
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Prohibition of ragging
- 4. Punishment
- 5. Offences to be cognizable, non-bailable and non-compoundable
- 6. Trial of offences
- 7. Application of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1973
- 8. Suspension of students
- 9. Expulsion of students
- 10. A student of an educational institution who has been convicted under Section 4 shall be liable to expulsion from the educational institution.
PDF: pending for this language.