I. UNIVERSITY ACT (Foundational Legal Framework)

1. Short Title and Commencement
   This Act may be called the Swaminarayan University Act, 2022 and shall come into force on such date as notified by the Government of Gujarat.
2. Definitions
   • University
   • Chancellor
   • Vice Chancellor
   • Statutes
   • Ordinances
   • Authorities (Board of Management, Academic Council, etc.)
3. Establishment of University
   Swaminarayan University is established as a private self-financed university at Kalol, Gujarat, sponsored by [Trust/Institution Name].
4. Objectives of the University
   • Impart quality education in various fields
   • Foster innovation, research, and entrepreneurship
   • Promote Indian values and ethics
   • Support community development and social responsibility
5. Powers of the University
   • Grant degrees, diplomas, and certificates
   • Establish faculties, departments, and research centers
   • Prescribe courses and curricula
   • Appoint academic and non-academic staff
   • Conduct examinations and assessments
6. Authorities of the University
   • Governing Board
   • Board of Management
   • Academic Council
   • Finance Committee
   • Planning and Monitoring Board
7. Officers of the University
   • Chancellor
   • Pro-Chancellor (if applicable)
   • Vice Chancellor
   • Registrar
   • Deans
   • Directors
8. Admission and Reservation
   As per UGC and Government norms, includes provisions for merit-based, reservation, and NRI/foreign categories.
9. Financial Provisions
   • Audit by recognized authority
   • Annual accounts and budget
10. Dissolution/De-recognition
    Conditions under which the university may be dissolved or its status revoked.

II. STATUTES (Governance & Organizational Framework)

1. Chancellor
   • Non-executive head of the university
   • Appoints Vice Chancellor
   • Chairs convocations and ceremonial functions
2. Vice Chancellor
   • Principal executive and academic officer
   • Chairs Academic Council and Board of Management
3. Board of Management
   • Responsible for administration and strategic decisions
   • Approves financial plans and academic expansion
4. Academic Council
   • Highest academic authority
   • Approves syllabi, exam rules, academic calendar
5. Finance Committee
   • Prepares annual budget
   • Reviews expenditure and audit reports
6. Planning & Monitoring Board
   • Proposes long-term development plans
   • Oversees implementation and evaluation of policies
7. Appointment of Staff
   Transparent, merit-based recruitment process with terms and conditions as per UGC norms.
8. Honorary Degrees
   University may confer honorary degrees with Board approval.

III. ORDINANCES (Operational Rules & Procedures)

1. Admission Process
   • Eligibility, application, selection, and counselling procedures
   • Fee structure and refund policy
2. Academic Programs
   • Duration and structure of UG, PG, Doctoral programs
   • Credit system, continuous evaluation
3. Examination and Assessment
   • Internal and end-semester evaluation
   • Grading system, revaluation, and malpractice policy
4. Code of Conduct
   • For students, faculty, and staff
   • Anti-ragging, disciplinary measures, grievance redressal
5. Scholarships and Financial Aid
   • Merit-based, need-based, and special scholarships
   • Government-sponsored schemes
6. Research & Innovation
   • Research promotion policy
   • Ethics committee, funding provisions
7. Student Welfare and Support Services
   • Career counselling, placement cell, mentorship
   • Clubs, sports, health services
8. Convocation
   • Annual convocation for award of degrees
   • Protocols for ceremonies and address