Section 21 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020.
The following shall be the officers of the University, namely:--
- (a)Vice-Chancellor;
- (b)Pro Vice-Chancellor;
- (c)Registrar;
- (d)Dean;
- (e)Finance Officer; and
- (f)such other officers as may be laid down in the Statutes to be officers of the University.
Summary
- This provision clearly lists the official roles that are legally considered officers of the University.
- The named officers are the Vice-Chancellor, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, Dean, and Finance Officer.
- The University is allowed to add other officers in the future, as long as those new roles are officially laid down in the Statutes.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who are the legally recognised officers of the University?
The Act lists the Vice-Chancellor, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Registrar, Dean, and Finance Officer.
2. Can the University create new officer positions later?
Yes, it can create other officers by adding them to the Statutes.
3. Is a regular teaching professor considered an officer of the University under this section?
No, unless that professor also holds a specific title like Dean or Vice-Chancellor, or another title explicitly listed in the Statutes as an officer.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 21 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020., which of the following is explicitly listed as an officer of the University?
Q2.Under Section 21 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020., how can a new administrative position be officially designated as an officer of the University if it is not already listed in the Act?
Q3.Which of these roles is NOT explicitly named as an officer under Section 21 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020.?
Q4.Read Section 21 alongside Section 24 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020. Section 24 details the duties of the Registrar. Under Section 21, what is the official status of the Registrar?