Section 12 of The Indian Institutes of Information Technology Act, 2014
The following shall be the authorities of an Institute, namely:—
- (a)Board of Governors;
- (b)Senate;
- (c)Finance Committee;
- (d)Building and Works Committee;
- (e)Research Council;
- (f)such other authorities as may be declared by the Statutes to be the authorities of the Institute.
Summary
- The Act establishes several official governing bodies, called "authorities", to manage and oversee the Institute.
- The five specific authorities named are the Board of Governors, the Senate, the Finance Committee, the Building and Works Committee, and the Research Council.
- The Institute's Statutes have the power to create and declare additional authorities beyond these five if needed.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What is the highest level of leadership called in the Institute?
The Act lists several authorities, including the Board of Governors and the Senate, which share leadership roles.
2. Are the five committees listed the only authorities allowed?
No, the Statutes can declare other authorities for the Institute if necessary.
3. Is there an authority specifically for money matters?
Yes, the Finance Committee is listed as one of the official authorities.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 12 of The Indian Institutes of Information Technology Act, 2014, which of the following is NOT explicitly listed as an authority of the Institute?
Q2.According to Section 12 of The Indian Institutes of Information Technology Act, 2014, how can new authorities be added to the Institute?
Q3.Under Section 12 of The Indian Institutes of Information Technology Act, 2014, which specific authority is responsible for the academic rules based on its name?
Q4.By reading Section 12 alongside Section 9 of The Indian Institutes of Information Technology Act, 2014, how do the Institute's rules interact with its structure?