Date: 2018-03-28Category: Not ApplicableState: Tamil NaduCountry: India
UNIVERSITY AUTHORITIES - TAMIL NADU VETERINARY AND ANIMAL SCIENCES UNIVERSITY,
CHENNAI - Nomination of a Member of the Board of Management of Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University
**Executive Summary**
This document from the Tamil Nadu Government Gazette, dated March 29, 2017, contains notifications regarding university authorities. It announces the constitution of a selection committee for the Vice-Chancellor of Periyar University and the election of a member to the Board of Management of Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University. Nomination forms are due by 3:00 PM on April 13, 2017.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Periyar University Vice-Chancellor Selection Committee:**
* A selection committee must be formed under Section 12(1) and (2) of the Periyar University Act, 1997, for the appointment of Vice-Chancellor.
* Each Syndicate and Senate member can nominate one person of high standing who is not a member of the University to the committee.
* Nomination forms are available at the Registrar's office, Periyar University, Salem, and must be submitted by the proposer, seconder, or nominee by 3:00 PM on April 13, 2017.
* Nominations must be in writing, signed by both proposer and seconder (both Senate members), and include the nominee's consent.
* Scrutiny will occur on the same day at 3:15 PM, with proposers, seconders, and nominees entitled to attend.
* A list of valid nominations will be published on the University's notice board.
* Withdrawals must be in writing, attested by another Senate member, sent via registered post, and received by the Registrar at least seven clear days prior. Withdrawals are final.
* If only one person is validly nominated, that person is deemed elected.
* If more than one nomination remains, the Senate will be informed of the meeting date and time, and a list of nominees will be sent at least ten days prior.
* Elections are by secret ballot. Proxies and postal votes are not permitted. Members must sign an electoral roll.
* Spoiled ballots can be exchanged for new ones.
* The Senate Chair will select two scrutinizers.
* The meeting Chair will conduct other business but must address the election before adjournment.
* Nomination papers not properly enclosed and delivered are invalid.
* **Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Board of Management:**
* As per Section 18(2)(h) of the Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Act (1989), Dr. S. Muthaiah has been elected from among the members of the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly to serve as a member of the Board of Management, effective February 1, 2017.
* The term is three years or until he ceases to be a member of the Legislative Assembly, whichever is earlier.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Syndicate and Senate Members of Periyar University**
* **Impact:** Eligible to nominate individuals for the Vice-Chancellor Selection Committee.
* **Action Required:** Nominate candidates and submit required documentation by the deadline.
**Stakeholder: Potential Nominees for the Periyar University Vice-Chancellor Selection Committee**
* **Impact:** Potential to serve on the selection committee.
* **Action Required:** Provide consent if nominated and comply with nomination procedures.
**Stakeholder: Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly Members**
* **Impact:** One member, Dr. S. Muthaiah, has been elected to the Board of Management of Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University.
* **Action Required:** No action noted.
Key Entities Referenced
Periyar University Act, 1997: The Act governing the constitution and functioning of Periyar University. Section 12 is specifically referenced regarding the selection committee for the Vice-Chancellor.
Periyar University, Salem: The main subject of the notifications, specifically regarding the appointment of the Vice-Chancellor and related committee.
Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University: An institution related to the election of a member to its Board of Management from the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly.
Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University Act (Tamil Nadu Act 42 of 1989): The Act governing the Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University, referenced regarding the election of a member to the Board of Management from the Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly.
Chennai: Location of Tamil Nadu Veterinary and Animal Sciences University. Location of printing and publication.