The Annamalai University Act, 2013
The Annamalai University Act, 2013
This legislation reorganizes and governs Annamalai University in Tamil Nadu, re-establishing it as a state-managed unitary and affiliating university. It applies to the university's administration, faculty, staff, and students, as well as higher education institutions and affiliated colleges across the districts of Villupuram, Cuddalore, Kallakurichi, and Mayiladuthurai. The law defines the powers of university authorities, outlines procedures for appointing key officials, regulates academic programs and admissions, and establishes financial management frameworks. It matters because it brings public accountability and standardized oversight to the university, ensuring structured governance, equitable educational access, and maintained quality standards across all affiliated institutions.
Chapter I PRELIMINARY →
Chapter II THE UNIVERSITY →
Chapter III OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY →
Chapter IV AUTHORITIES OF THE UNIVERSITY →
- 16Authorities of University
- 17Disqualification of membership
- 18Disqualification for election or nomination to Syndicate and Academic Council in certain cases
- 19Syndicate
- 20Powers of Syndicate
- 21Meetings of Syndicate
- 22Academic Council
- 23Powers and Duties of Academic Council
- 24Meetings of Academic Council
- 25Finance Committee
- 26Faculties and Board of Studies
- 27Constitution of other authorities
- 28Constitution of committees and delegation of powers
Chapter V STATUTES, ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS →
Chapter VI ADMISSION OF STUDENTS →
Chapter VII FUNDS AND ACCOUNTS →
Chapter VIII CONDITIONS OF SERVICE →
Chapter IX MISCELLANEOUS →
- 47Filling up of casual vacancies
- 48Proceedings of University authorities and bodies not to be invalidated by vacancies
- 49Removal from membership of University
- 50Disputes as to constitution of University authorities and bodies
- 51Power to obtain information
- 52Special mode of appointment
- 53Power to remove difficulties
- 54Power to give direction
Chapter X TRANSITORY PROVISIONS →
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