Section 3 of The University of Hyderabad Act, 1974
- (1)There shall be established, in the State of Andhra Pradesh, a University by the name of "University of Hyderabad".
- (2)The headquarters of the University shall be at Hyderabad and it may establish campuses at such other places within its jurisdiction as it may deem fit.
- (3)The first Chancellor and the first Vice-Chancellor and the first members of the Court, the Executive Council and the Academic Council and all persons who may hereafter become such officers or members, so long as they continue to hold such office or membership, are hereby constituted a body corporate by the name of "University of Hyderabad".
- (4)The University shall have perpetual succession and a common seal, and shall sue and be sued by the said name.
Summary
- A new university called the University of Hyderabad is established in Andhra Pradesh.
- The main headquarters of the University must be located in Hyderabad.
- The University is a body corporate, meaning it is a legal entity that can sign contracts.
- It has perpetual succession, which means the University continues to exist even if its members change.
- It can use a common seal and has the legal right to sue others or be sued in court.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Where is the University located?
Its headquarters are in Hyderabad, and it can have campuses anywhere within its jurisdiction.
2. What does it mean that the University can "sue and be sued"?
It means the University can take people to court for legal reasons, and other people can also take the University to court.
3. Who makes up the official body of the University?
It includes the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, and members of the Court, Executive Council, and Academic Council.
4. What is a common seal?
It is an official stamp or mark used by the University to show that a document is formal and legally binding.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 3 of The University of Hyderabad Act, 1974, where must the headquarters of the University be located?
Q2.Under Section 3 of The University of Hyderabad Act, 1974, what legal status is given to the University?
Q3.Under Section 3 of The University of Hyderabad Act, 1974, what does "perpetual succession" mean for the University?
Q4.Under Section 3 of The University of Hyderabad Act, 1974, who are the members that form the body corporate?