Section 53 of The Gujarat Agricultural University Act, 1969 — Appointment of first Vice-Chancellor

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Official Legislative Text

53. Notwithstanding anything contained in section 11, the first Vice-Chancellor shall be appointed by the State Government as soon as practicable after the passing of this Act for a period not exceeding three years and on such terms and conditions as the State Government thinks fit.

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Summary

The State Government appoints the first Vice-Chancellor as soon as practicable after the passing of the Act, bypassing Section 11.
The term of office for the first Vice-Chancellor cannot exceed three years.
The terms and conditions of service for the first Vice-Chancellor are fixed by the State Government as it thinks fit.

Practical examples

1Following gazette publication of the Act, the State Government issues an order appointing a candidate as the first Vice-Chancellor for a term of four years. Because Section 53 restricts the initial appointment term to a maximum of three years, the four-year term violates the statutory limit and must be capped at three years.

2A search committee constituted under normal university rules submits candidate names for the Vice-Chancellor post under Section 11. The State Government directly appoints its own nominee as the first Vice-Chancellor without using the committee. Under Section 53, the State Government has full authority to make the first appointment notwithstanding Section 11.

FAQ

1. Who appoints the first Vice-Chancellor under Section 53?

Under Section 53, the first Vice-Chancellor is appointed directly by the State Government.

2. What is the maximum initial term for the first Vice-Chancellor under Section 53?

Under Section 53, the first Vice-Chancellor can be appointed for a tenure not exceeding three years.

3. Does the regular Vice-Chancellor selection procedure in Section 11 apply to the first Vice-Chancellor?

No, Section 53 contains a non-obstante clause bypassing regular selection rules under Section 11 for the first appointment.

Practice Quiz

Q1.Under Section 53 of this Act, what is the maximum duration for which the State Government can appoint the first Vice-Chancellor?

Q2.Under Section 53 of this Act, which authority has the power to fix the terms and conditions of service for the first Vice-Chancellor?

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