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Section 25 of The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996

Subject to the provisions of this Act, the Statutes may provide for all or any of the following matters, namely:--

(a)the constitution, powers and functions of the authorities, and other bodies of the University, as may be constituted from time to time;
(b)appointment and continuance in office of the members of the said authorities and bodies, filling up of vacancies of members and all other matters relating to those authorities and other bodies for which it may be necessary or desirable to provide;
(c)the appointment, powers and duties of the officers of the University and their emoluments;
(d)the appointment of teachers and other academic staff and other employees of the University, their emoluments and other conditions of service;
(e)the appointment of teachers, academic staff working in any other University or organisation for specific period for undertaking a joint project;
(f)the conditions of service of employees including provision for pension, insurance and provident fund, the manner of termination of service and disciplinary action;
(g)the principles governing the seniority of service of the employees of the University;
(h)the procedure for arbitration in cases of dispute between employees or students and the University;
1. (i)the procedure for appeal to the Executive Council by any employee or student against the action of any officer or authority of the University;
(j)the conferment of autonomous status on an Institution or a Department;
(k)the establishment and abolition of Schools, Departments, Centres, Halls and Institutions;
(l)the conferment of honorary degrees;
(m)the withdrawal of degrees, diplomas, certificates and other academic distinctions;
(n)the institution of fellowships, scholarships, studentships, medals and prizes;
(o)the delegation of powers vested in the authorities or officers of the University;
(p)the maintenance of discipline among the employees and students; and
(q)all other matters which by this Act are to be or may be provided for by the Statutes.

Summary

This provision lists the specific areas where the University can create formal rules called Statutes.
It allows Statutes to define the makeup, powers, and duties of important University groups like the Court and Executive Council.
It covers how officers and teachers are hired, how much they are paid, and their general working conditions.
It provides a way to handle student and employee discipline and the process for them to appeal against official decisions.
It governs how the University grants or takes away academic degrees, including honorary ones.
It allows for the creation or removal of major units like Schools, Departments, and student residences.

Practical examples

1In February 2026, the University uses this section to pass a new Statute that outlines exactly how much a senior Professor will be paid for their work.

2A student named Sarah disagrees with a disciplinary action and uses the procedures found in the Statutes to file an official appeal to the Executive Council.

FAQ

1. What kind of rules can be made under Section 25 of The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996?

Under Section 25 of this Act, the University can create Statutes to manage its governing bodies, staff appointments, student discipline, and the granting of degrees.

2. Does Section 25 of The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996 cover how employees are treated?

Yes, Section 25 includes provisions for the conditions of service for employees, including their pay, seniority, and ways to resolve disputes through arbitration.

3. Can the University use Section 25 of The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996 to give out special awards?

Yes, Section 25(l) and (n) allow Statutes to be made for giving out honorary degrees, scholarships, medals, and other prizes.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 25 of The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996, which of these is a matter that can be decided by a Statute?

Q2.According to Section 25 of The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996, what can the University do regarding a degree it has already conferred?

Q3.Under Section 25 of The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996, which group's constitution and powers can be defined by a Statute?

Q4.In The Maulana Azad National Urdu University Act, 1996, what does Section 25 say about employee pensions?

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