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Section 6 of The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996

The jurisdiction of the University shall extend to the whole of India.

Summary

This section defines the geographical area where the University's authority applies.
The University's jurisdiction is not limited to a single city or state.
It covers the entire territory of India.
This national reach allow the University to provide education and open centers anywhere in the country.

Practical examples

1A student living in Kerala wants to take an Urdu exam through the University. Under Section 6, the University has the legal authority to provide this service because he is within India.

2The University decides to set up a distance education study center in Lucknow. Section 6 provides the legal basis for this, as Lucknow is part of the University's national jurisdiction.

FAQ

1. Can the University open a study center in a different state?

Yes, because its jurisdiction is national, it can legally operate in any part of the country.

Test yourself

Q1.What is the geographical extent of the University's jurisdiction under Section 6 of The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996?

Q2.If the University wants to start a program in a remote village in Jammu and Kashmir, does it have the legal jurisdiction to do so under Section 6 of The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996?

Q3.How does the jurisdiction in Section 6 of The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996 differ from most state universities?

Q4.Under Section 6 of The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996, can a student in Punjab legally receive a degree from this University?

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