Section 21 of The South Asian University Act, 2008
- (1)Subject to the provisions of this Act and the Statutes, the Regulations may provide for all or any of the following matters, namely:--
- (a)the admission and enrolment of students to the University and institutions maintained by, or admitted to, the privileges of the University;
- (b)the courses of study to be laid down for all degrees, diplomas and certificates of the University;
- (c)the medium of instruction and examination;
- (d)the award of degrees, diplomas, certificates and other academic distinctions, the qualifications for the same and the means to be taken relating to the granting and obtaining of the same;
- (e)the fees to be charged for courses of study in the University and for admission to the examinations, degrees and diplomas of the University;
- (f)the institution of, and conditions for award of, fellowships, scholarships, studentships and prizes;
- (g)the conduct of examinations, including the term of office and manner of appointment and the duties of examining bodies, examiners and moderators;
- (h)the conditions of residence of students of the University;
- (i)the special arrangements, if any, which may be made for the residence, discipline and teaching of women students and the prescribing of special courses of studies for them;
- (j)the establishment of Centres, University Institutes, Departments, Schools of Studies, Boards of Studies, specialised laboratories and Committees;
- (k)the creation, composition and functions of any other body which is considered necessary for improving the academic life of the University;
- (l)the manner of co-operation and collaboration with other Universities, institutions and other bodies or associations; and
- (m)all other matters which by this Act or the Statutes are to be or may be provided for by the Regulations.
- (2)The First Regulations shall be made by the Chief Executive Officer of the Project Office with the prior approval of the Inter-Governmental Steering Committee and the Regulations so made may be amended, repealed or added to any time by the Governing Board in the manner prescribed by the Statutes.
Summary
- This provision defines the scope of Regulations, which handle everyday academic and student life details like courses, examinations, fees, and student living arrangements.
- It grants the Chief Executive Officer of the Project Office the power to make the initial Regulations, but mandates prior approval from the Inter-Governmental Steering Committee.
- It allows the Governing Board to amend, repeal, or add to these Regulations at any time using the process prescribed by the Statutes.
- It specifically permits Regulations to make special arrangements regarding the residence, discipline, and teaching of women students.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What matters do Regulations cover in Section 21 of the South Asian University Act?
Section 21 of the South Asian University Act says Regulations cover student admissions, courses of study, exam rules, fees, and student living conditions.
2. Who makes the First Regulations under Section 21 of the 2008 law?
According to Section 21 of the 2008 law, the Chief Executive Officer of the Project Office makes the First Regulations. They need prior approval from the Inter-Governmental Steering Committee.
3. Can the Governing Board change Regulations under Section 21 of the university legislation?
Yes, Section 21 of the university legislation allows the Governing Board to amend or repeal Regulations at any time using the method set by the Statutes.
4. Are there special arrangements for women mentioned in Section 21 of the SAU Act?
Section 21 of the SAU Act allows Regulations to cover special arrangements for the residence, discipline, and teaching of women students. It also allows for special courses of study for them.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 21 of The South Asian University Act, 2008, whose approval was required before the Chief Executive Officer of the Project Office could make the First Regulations?
Q2.Which of the following topics is governed by Regulations rather than Statutes, according to Section 21 of The South Asian University Act, 2008?
Q3.According to Section 21 of The South Asian University Act, 2008, how can the First Regulations be changed after they are initially made?
Q4.Looking at both Section 21 and Section 20 of The South Asian University Act, 2008, what distinguishes the approval process for the First Regulations compared to the First Statutes?