The Jawaharlal Nehru University Act, 1966
The Jawaharlal Nehru University Act is an Indian law that established the Jawaharlal Nehru University, a public central university in Delhi, India.
Jawaharlal Nehru University ActPublic Central UniversityDelhiIndiaUniversity AdministrationHigher EducationAcademic CouncilFinance CommitteeVice Chancellor
Summary
The Jawaharlal Nehru University Act was enacted to establish the Jawaharlal Nehru University as a public central university in Delhi, India. The Act defines the objectives of the university, its powers, functions, and the procedure for its administration. The Act also sets up various bodies such as the Court, the Executive Council, the Academic Council, and the Finance Committee, which are responsible for the management and administration of the university. The Act also outlines the powers and duties of the Vice-Chancellor and other university officials.