Section 22 of The Jamia Millia Islamia Act, 1988
The constitution, powers and functions of the Faculties and of such other authorities as may be declared by the Statutes to be authorities of the University, shall be prescribed by the Statutes.
Summary
- This section allows the University to have Faculties and other authorities as defined by the Statutes.
- The membership rules for these Faculties and other bodies are found in the Statutes.
- The specific powers belonging to these groups are also written in the Statutes.
- The functions and jobs these bodies must perform are prescribed by the Statutes.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What are the "other authorities" mentioned in this section?
These are any bodies that the Statutes officially declare to be authorities of the University.
2. Does this section apply to the Faculties of the University?
Yes, it specifically mentions that the constitution, powers, and functions of the Faculties are set by Statutes.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 22 of The Jamia Millia Islamia Act, 1988, how are the constitution, powers, and functions of the Faculties determined?
Q2.Besides Faculties, what other groups are covered by Section 22 of The Jamia Millia Islamia Act, 1988?
Q3.If the University wants to change the functions of a Faculty, what must be amended according to Section 22 of The Jamia Millia Islamia Act, 1988?
Q4.Which document defines who can be a member of a Faculty under Section 22 of The Jamia Millia Islamia Act, 1988?