The Children's Research University Act, 2009

The Children's Research University Act, 2009

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This Act establishes the Children's Research University in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, creating a specialized public institution dedicated to child-centered research, innovative pedagogy, and holistic education. It regulates the governance, organizational structure, academic powers, and financial administration of the university, detailing the appointment and functions of key authorities such as the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, General Council, and Executive Council. The legislation applies to university administrators, faculty, researchers, students, and affiliated educational institutions across Gujarat, including pre-primary and secondary schools. By integrating child psychology, teacher training, stress-free evaluation, and holistic development, the Act seeks to reform early childhood and school education throughout the state.

Chapter II ESTABLISHMENT AND INCORPORATION OF UNIVERSITY →

  1. 3Establishment and incorporation of university
  2. 4Headquarters of University
  3. 5Objects of University
  4. 6Powers and functions of University.
  5. 7Modes of Research
  6. 8Jurisdiction of University
  7. 9University open to all irrespective of religion, race, caste, sex or opinion

Chapter III OFFICERS OF UNIVERSITY →

  1. 10Officers of University
  2. 11Chancellor
  3. 12Vice-Chancellor
  4. 14Powers and functions of Vice-Chancellor
  5. 16Registrar
  6. 17Finance and Accounts Officer

Chapter IV AUTHORITIES OF UNIVERSITY →

  1. 18Authorities of University
  2. 19General Council
  3. 20Powers and functions of General Council
  4. 21Executive Council
  5. 22Powers and functions of Executive Council
  6. 23Academic Council
  7. 24Powers and functions of Academic Council
  8. 25Meetings of Academic Council
  9. 26Finance Committee
  10. 27Powers and functions of Finance Committee

Chapter V RESEARCH COUNCIL AND DEPARTMENT OF RESEARCH →

  1. 29Constitution and functions of Research Councils
  2. 30Constitution and functions of Department of Research

Chapter VI FINANCE →

  1. 31University Fund
  2. 32Fund of Sponsored Scheme

Chapter VII STATUTES, ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS →

  1. 34Statutes
  2. 35Ordinances
  3. 36Power to make Regulations

Chapter VIII SUPPLEMENTARY PROVISIONS →

  1. 37Prior approval of State Government
  2. 39Standing Committee
  3. 41Indemnity
  4. 42Officers, members of authorities, bodies and employees of University to be public servant

Chapter IX TRANSITORY PROVISIONS →

  1. 45Appointment of first Vice-Chancellor
  2. 46Appointment of first Registrar
  3. 47Transitory powers of first Vice-Chancellor
  4. 48Extra-ordinary powers of first Vice Chancellor
  5. 49First appointment of officers of University

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