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The Shree Somnath Sanskrit University Act, 2005

The Shree Somnath Sanskrit University Act, 2005

Education200546 sections8 chapters

This Act establishes the Shree Somnath Sanskrit University in Gujarat to promote and regulate the study of Sanskrit and related ancient Indian disciplines. It applies to the entire state, with its headquarters in Somnath. The University aims to preserve and disseminate Sanskrit language and literature while fostering a modern synthesis between ancient wisdom and contemporary scientific thought. By governing the institution's establishment, functions, and academic standards, the law ensures the continued relevance of Vedic studies and supports the development of individuals and society through the promotion of this classical language and its associated values.

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Chapter I PRELIMINARY →

  1. 1Short title, extent and commencement
  2. 2Definitions

Chapter II UNIVERSITY →

  1. 3Establishment and incorporation of University
  2. 4Objects of University
  3. 5Powers and functions of University
  4. 6University open to all irrespective of sex, religion, class, creed or opinion
  5. 7Teaching in University
  6. 8Inspection and inquiry

Chapter III OFFICERS OF UNIVERSITY →

  1. 9Officers of University
  2. 10Chancellor
  3. 11Vice-Chancellor
  4. 12He shall be a person of vision and subscribe to the objectives and philosophy of the University and shall be interested in academics.
  5. 13Powers and Duties of Vice-Chancellor
  6. 14Registrar, his powers and functions
  7. 15Director (Research)
  8. 16University Librarian
  9. 17Finance and Accounts Officer, its powers and functions
  10. 18Manner of appointment of Registrar, Director (Research), University Librarian and Finance and Accounts Officer

Chapter IV AUTHORITIES OF UNIVERSITY →

  1. 19Authorities of University
  2. 20Executive Council
  3. 21Powers and duties of Executive Council
  4. 22Academic Council
  5. 23Power and Duties of Academic Council
  6. 24Faculties
  7. 25Powers and duties of Faculty
  8. 26Deans of Faculties
  9. 27Finance and Accounts Committee and its functions

Chapter V FINANCE →

  1. 28University Fund
  2. 29Annual accounts audit and financial estimates
  3. 30Annual report

Chapter VI SUPPLEMENTARY PROVISIONS →

  1. 31Conditions of service
  2. 32Provisions relating to disciplinary actions for officers and employees of University
  3. 33Returns and information
  4. 34Power of State Government to issue directions
  5. 35Acts and proceedings not to be invalidated by vacancies
  6. 36Protection of action taken in good faith
  7. 37Officers and employees to be public servants
  8. 38Power of State Government to remove difficulties
  9. 39Filling up of casual vacancies
  10. 40Filling up of casual vacancies of Registrar, Director (Research), University Librarian or Finance and Accounts Officer
  11. 41Pension, insurance and provident fund
  12. 42Pension, insurance and provident fund of staff of colleges, etc.
  13. 43Provident fund to be deposited in Government treasury

Chapter VII COMMITTEES →

  1. 44Committees

Chapter VIII ENROLMENT AND DEGREES →

  1. 45Qualifications for enrolment of students of University
  2. 46Residence of students

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