Section 25 of The University of Allahabad Act, 2005
The constitution, powers and functions of the Boards of Faculties and such other authorities as may be declared by the Statutes to be authorities of the University shall be prescribed by the Statutes.
Summary
- The rules detailing how the Boards of Faculties are set up must be written in the Statutes.
- The specific powers and duties of these Boards must also be defined by the Statutes.
- If the University wants to officially recognize any other group as an authority of the University, it must do so through the Statutes.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Where can I find the official rules about what the Board of a Faculty is allowed to do?
You can find these rules in the Statutes of the University.
2. Can the Vice-Chancellor simply declare a new committee to be an official authority?
No, any other authorities must be officially declared and prescribed by the Statutes.
3. Do the Statutes decide who gets to be on the Boards of Faculties?
Yes, the constitution of the Boards of Faculties is prescribed by the Statutes.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 25 of The University of Allahabad Act, 2005, which document must contain the rules regarding the powers of the Boards of Faculties?
Q2.Under Section 25 of The University of Allahabad Act, 2005, what is the required method to officially establish a new group as an authority of the University?
Q3.Reading Section 25 alongside Section 27 of The University of Allahabad Act, 2005, if a new "Library Authority" is created, what specific details about it must the Statutes provide?
Q4.Under Section 25 of The University of Allahabad Act, 2005, if a dispute arises over whether the Board of a Faculty has the power to take a certain action, where is the final legal answer found?