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The Gujarat Forensic Sciences University Act, 2008

The Gujarat Forensic Sciences University Act, 2008

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This Act establishes the Gujarat Forensic Sciences University, a corporate body headquartered in Gandhinagar dedicated to advancing forensic science, behavioral sciences, and management. It works to create world-class education and research centers that train professionals in critical investigative techniques like DNA testing and cybercrime. By developing expertise and linking universities with law enforcement, the Act aims to strengthen the criminal justice system and provide top-tier resources for modern crime detection and investigation. It sets up the necessary governance structures to ensure the University operates effectively as a key institution for technical education in these specialized fields.

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  1. 1. Short title and commencement
  2. 2. Definitions
  3. 3. Establishment and incorporation of University
  4. 4. Headquarters of University
  5. 5. Objects of University
  6. 6. University open to all irrespective of sex, religion, class, creed or opinion
  7. 7. Powers and functions of University
  8. 8. Director General
  9. 9. Powers and duties of Director General
  10. 10. Authorities of University
  11. 11. Officers of University
  12. 12. Board of Governors
  13. 13. Powers of Chairman of Board
  14. 14. Powers and functions of Board
  15. 15. Term of office and vacancies among members of Board
  16. 16. Academic Council
  17. 17. Powers and functions of Academic Council
  18. 18. Finance Committee
  19. 19. Powers and functions of Finance Committee
  20. 20. Director of Research and Development
  21. 21. Registrar
  22. 22. Directors
  23. 23. Deans
  24. 24. Permanent Endowment Fund or University
  25. 25. Payment by State Government to University
  26. 26. Fund or University
  27. 27. Accounts and audit
  28. 28. Pension, insurance and Provident Fund
  29. 29. Acts and proceedings not to be invalidated by vacancies
  30. 30. Conferment of degrees, diplomas and grant of certificates by University
  31. 31. Returns and information
  32. 32. Officers and employees to be public servant
  33. 33. Dismissal, removal, reduction or termination of services or staff of University
  34. 34. Power of State Government to give directions
  35. 35. Power to make regulations.
  36. 36. Appointment of First Registrar.
  37. 37. Transitory provisions.
  38. 38. Indemnity.
  39. 39. Power of State Government to remove difficulties.

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