Section 20 of The University of Allahabad Act, 2005
Authorities of University.
The following shall be the authorities of the University,--
- (1)the Court;
- (2)the Executive Council;
- (3)the Academic Council;
- (4)the Boards of Faculties;
- (5)the Finance Committee; and
- (6)such other authorities as may be declared by the Statutes to be authorities of the University.
Summary
- This section provides an official list of the main governing bodies, known as authorities, within the University.
- It specifically names five groups as authorities: the Court, the Executive Council, the Academic Council, the Boards of Faculties, and the Finance Committee.
- It leaves the door open for other bodies to be recognised as official authorities if the Statutes formally declare them to be.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Is the Finance Committee considered an official authority of the University?
Yes, it is explicitly listed as the fifth authority in this section.
2. Can the University create new authorities not listed in this section?
Yes, additional authorities can be added if they are declared by the University Statutes.
3. Are the Boards of Faculties official authorities?
Yes, they are listed as the fourth authority in the Act.
Test yourself
1.Under Section 20 of The University of Allahabad Act, 2005, which of the following is explicitly named as an authority of the University?
2.Under Section 20 of The University of Allahabad Act, 2005, how can a newly formed committee be officially recognised as an "authority" of the University if it is not already named in the Act?
3.Under Section 20 of The University of Allahabad Act, 2005, which two councils are specifically named as authorities of the University?
4.Under Section 20 of The University of Allahabad Act, 2005, which of the following is NOT explicitly listed by name as an authority in the text of this specific section?