Section 36 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020.
Statutes.
Subject to the provisions of this Act, the Statutes may provide for all or any of the following matters, namely:--
- (a)the manner of recognition of an institution by the Executive Council as affiliated college;
- (b)the constitution, powers and functions of, authorities and other bodies including disciplinary committee and examination committee, of the University as may be constituted from time to time;
- (c)the appointment and continuance in office of the members of the said authorities and bodies, the filling up of vacancies of members, and all other matters relating to those authorities and other bodies for which it may be necessary or desirable to provide;
- (d)the appointment, powers and duties of the officers of the University and their emoluments;
- (e)the appointment of teachers, academic staff and other employees of the University, their emoluments and conditions of service;
- (f)the appointment of teachers and academic staff working in any other University or organisation for a specific period for undertaking a joint project;
- (g)the conditions of service of employees including provisions for pension, insurance, provident fund, the manner of termination of service and disciplinary action;
- (h)the principles governing the seniority of service of the employees of the University;
- (i)the procedure for arbitration in cases of dispute between employees or students and the University;
- (j)the procedure for appeal to the Governing Body by any employee or student against the action of any officer or authority of the University;
- (k)the conferment of autonomous status on a college or an institution or a department;
- (l)the establishment and abolition of Schools, departments, centres, halls, colleges and institutions;
- (m)the manner of co-operation and collaboration with other Universities, institutions and other agencies including learned bodies, associations and the private sector;
- (n)the conferment of honorary degrees;
- (o)the withdrawal of degrees, diplomas, certificates and other academic distinctions;
- (p)the management of colleges and institutions established by the University;
- (q)the delegation of powers vested in the authorities or officers of the University;
- (r)the maintenance of discipline among the employees and students; and
- (s)any other matter which by this Act is to be, or may be, laid down in the Statutes.
Summary
- Statutes are the detailed internal rules that govern the University's daily operations and structures.
- They cover the creation and powers of University bodies, like the disciplinary and examination committees.
- They set the rules for employee salaries, pensions, insurance, and how to resolve disputes through arbitration.
- Statutes dictate how colleges can be affiliated or granted autonomous status, and how departments or schools can be created or shut down.
- They also provide the process for giving out honorary degrees or taking away degrees and diplomas if needed.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Where are the rules for employee pensions and discipline written?
These conditions of service, including pensions and disciplinary action, are laid down in the Statutes.
2. Can the University take a degree back once it is awarded?
Yes, the Statutes can provide for the withdrawal of degrees, diplomas, and certificates.
3. Do Statutes deal with student disputes?
Yes, the Statutes outline the procedure for arbitration in disputes between students and the University.
4. How does the University set up a new academic department?
The Statutes provide the rules for the establishment and abolition of schools, departments, and centres.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 36 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020., which of the following matters can be regulated by the Statutes?
Q2.Under Section 36 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020., what do the Statutes say about resolving disputes between an employee and the University?
Q3.Under Section 36 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020., which structural changes within the University can be governed by the Statutes?
Q4.Under Section 36 and Section 40 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020., how do the Statutes interact with the Tribunal of Arbitration for employees?