The University Grants Commission Act, 1956

The University Grants Commission Act, 1956 is an Indian law that governs the establishment and regulation of the University Grants Commission (UGC) in India. The UGC is responsible for promoting and coordinating university education in the country and for ensuring the maintenance of standards of education in universities. The Act defines the powers and functions of the UGC, which include the power to award grants to universities and colleges, and to recognize universities and colleges for the purpose of granting degrees. The Act also provides for the establishment of a Fund for the UGC, which is used to finance its activities and programmes. Additionally, the Act sets out provisions for the appointment and removal of members of the UGC, and for the conduct of its meetings.