Section 13 of The Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University Act, 1994
One or more Pro-Vice-Chancellors shall be appointed in such manner and shall exercise such powers and perform such duties as may be prescribed by the Statutes.
Summary
- The University is allowed to have one or more people holding the title of Pro-Vice-Chancellor.
- The exact method for hiring or appointing a Pro-Vice-Chancellor is decided by the University Statutes.
- The powers these officers have, and the specific duties they must do, are also written out in the Statutes.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Is the University limited to just one Pro-Vice-Chancellor?
No, the law clearly says there can be one or more people in this role.
2. Where can I read about the specific powers of a Pro-Vice-Chancellor?
You must look at the Statutes of the University, which contain all the details about their powers and duties.
3. Does this section explain how to hire a Pro-Vice-Chancellor?
No, it only states that they shall be appointed in a manner prescribed by the Statutes.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 13 of The Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University Act, 1994, how many Pro-Vice-Chancellors is the University permitted to have?
Q2.Under Section 13 of The Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University Act, 1994, what document decides the exact duties a Pro-Vice-Chancellor must perform?
Q3.Under Section 13 of The Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University Act, 1994, who decides the manner in which a Pro-Vice-Chancellor is appointed?
Q4.A professor wants to know if a Pro-Vice-Chancellor can sign a financial contract. Under Section 13 of The Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University Act, 1994, what specific powers are listed in the text of this section?