The Punjab Affiliated Colleges (Security of Service) Act, 1974
The Punjab Affiliated Colleges (Security of Service) Act, 1974
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This law provides job security for teachers and staff employed by Punjab universities affiliated colleges, but not state-run institutions. It mandates a formal inquiry before any dismissal or removal, ensuring employees receive clear charges and an opportunity to defend themselves. The act further requires the state education director to approve severe penalties like dismissal. This protection prevents arbitrary administrative actions, securing the livelihood of educational workers throughout the state by enforcing fair labor practices and stopping unfair terminations.
- 1. Short title and extent
- 2. Definitions
- 3. Dismissal, removal or reduction in rank not to be ordered except after inquiry
- 4. Procedure to be observed before dismissal and removal
- 5. Procedure to be observed before reduction in rank
- 6. Sections 3, 4 and 5 not to apply in certain cases
- 7. Retrenchment
- 8. Jurisdiction of civil courts barred
- 9. Protection of action taken in good faith
- 10. Power to remove difficulties
- 11. Over-riding effect of this Act
- 12. The provisions of this Act shall have effect notwithstanding anything to the contrary contained in any other law for the time being in force including any regulation or statute of any university.
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