The Odisha Universities (Validation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1978

The Odisha Universities (Validation and Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 1978

This law validates actions taken by the authorities of Utkal, Berhampur, and Sambalpur Universities before March 10, 1978, ensuring they cannot be challenged in court due to prior vacancies. It also disqualifies members who have served multiple terms, treating resulting vacancies as casual. The legislation repeals a corresponding ordinance from 1978 but confirms that any actions taken under that ordinance remain valid as if they were done under this new Act. Essentially, it cleans up administrative issues and past decisions for these specific universities to ensure their operations continue smoothly without legal hindrance.

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