Section 31 of The National Institute of Fashion Technology Act, 2006
The Institute shall have the power to grant degrees, diplomas, certificates and other academic distinctions under this Act, which shall be equivalent to such corresponding degrees, diplomas, certificates and other academic distinctions granted by any University or Institute established or incorporated under any other law for the time being in force.
Summary
- The Institute has the legal power to grant degrees, diplomas, certificates, and other academic distinctions.
- The qualifications granted by the Institute are legally equal to the corresponding qualifications granted by any recognized University.
- This equality applies to any degree or diploma from an institute created under any other existing law.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Can the Institute give out regular degrees like a normal university?
Yes, the Institute has the power to grant degrees, diplomas, and certificates.
2. Will employers or other schools recognize these degrees?
Yes, the law specifically states that these degrees are equivalent to those from any university established under current laws.
3. Can the Institute create new types of academic awards?
Yes, the law allows it to grant other academic distinctions alongside standard degrees, diplomas, and certificates.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 31 of The National Institute of Fashion Technology Act, 2006, what is the legal status of a degree granted by the Institute?
Q2.According to Section 31 of The National Institute of Fashion Technology Act, 2006, which of the following can the Institute grant?
Q3.Under Section 31 of The National Institute of Fashion Technology Act, 2006, how does an Institute diploma compare to one from an institute established under another law?
Q4.Based on Section 31 of The National Institute of Fashion Technology Act, 2006, what determines the equivalence of the Institute's academic distinctions?