Section 46 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020.
- (1)The Central Government may, from time to time, appoint one or more persons to review the work and progress of the University, including colleges and institutions administered by it, and hold enquiries thereof and to submit a report thereon in such manner as the Central Government may direct.
- (2)Upon receipt of any such report, the Central Government may, after obtaining the views of the Governing Body thereon through the Vice-Chancellor, take such action and issue such directions as it considers necessary in respect of any of the matters dealt with in the report and the University shall be bound to comply with such directions.
Summary
- The Central Government has the power to appoint reviewers to check on the work and progress of the university at any time.
- This review power also covers any colleges or institutions that the university administers.
- The appointed reviewers can hold formal enquiries and must submit a detailed report back to the Central Government.
- After receiving the report, the Central Government asks for the Governing Body's opinion, which is communicated through the Vice-Chancellor.
- Finally, the Central Government can issue binding directions based on the report, which the university must strictly follow.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who can order an enquiry into the university's progress?
The Central Government can appoint persons to review the work and hold enquiries.
2. Are affiliated colleges subject to this review?
Yes, the review includes colleges and institutions administered by the university.
3. Does the university have a chance to respond to the review report?
Yes, the Central Government obtains the views of the Governing Body through the Vice-Chancellor before taking action.
4. Can the university ignore the directions given after the review?
No, the university is bound to comply with such directions.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 46 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020., who holds the authority to appoint persons to review the work and progress of the university?
Q2.Under Section 46 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020., what scope of facilities can be included in this progress review?
Q3.Under Section 46 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020., through which officer does the Central Government obtain the views of the Governing Body regarding an enquiry report?
Q4.Under Section 46 of The Rashtriya Raksha University Act, 2020., what is the legal standing of the directions issued by the Central Government after the review process?