National Forensic Sciences University Act Chapter VI

Study Notes

Statutes and Ordinances

The Statutes are the primary regulations governing the University, made by the Board of Governors with the prior approval of the Central Government.
The Statutes cover a wide range of matters, including: • The constitution, powers, and functions of the University's authorities and bodies. • The appointment and conditions of service for officers, teachers, and other employees. • The establishment and abolition of Schools, departments, and centers. • The conferment of affiliation to colleges or institutions.

First Statutes

The first Statutes of the University are made by the Board of Governors and must be laid before each House of Parliament.
Until the Statutes are made, the existing regulations of the Gujarat Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar, continue to apply.

Amendment and Repeal

The Board of Governors has the power to make new or additional Statutes, amend or repeal existing Statutes.
Changes affecting the status, powers, or constitution of any authority must be made after giving the authority an opportunity to express an opinion.
The opinion must be considered by the Board.

Central Government Directions

The Central Government can direct the University to include specific provisions in the Statutes.

Ordinances

The Ordinances are subsidiary regulations made by the Academic Council, subject to the Statutes.
They deal with matters such as: • Admission of students. • Courses of study. • Medium of instruction. • Examinations. • Fees. • Scholarships. • Other academic matters.

Approval and Amendment

The Ordinances made by the Academic Council are submitted to the Board of Governors for approval, modification, or cancellation.

Tribunal of Arbitration

The Statutes provide for the constitution and functioning of a Tribunal of Arbitration to resolve disputes between the University and its employees or students.

Importance of Chapter VI

Chapter VI sets the legal and regulatory framework within which the University operates.
It ensures that all aspects of the University's functioning are governed by clear and established rules.
This helps in maintaining the University's standards, promoting its objectives, and resolving any issues that may arise in a fair and orderly manner.

Description

This chapter outlines the legal framework for the governance and management of the University through the establishment of Statutes and Ordinances. It covers the rules and regulations for the internal functioning of the University.