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Andhra Pradesh Fisheries University Act, 2020 (Act No. 39 of 2020).

Country/Territory
India
Territorial subdivision
Andhra Pradesh
Document type
Legislation
Date
2020
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Long title
An Act to provide for the establishment and incorporation of a teaching and affiliating University in Fisheries Sciences in the state of Andhra Pradesh and for the matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
Subject
Fisheries
Keyword
Education Governance Inspection Research Standards Agricultural extension Agricultural development
Geographical area
Asia, Asia and the Pacific, Indian Ocean, South Asian Seas, Southern Asia
Entry into force notes
It shall be deemed to have come into force on and from the 23rd October, 2020.
Abstract

This Act constitutes the Andhra Pradesh Fisheries University (University) and shall consist of consist of a Chancellor, a Vice-Chancellor, a Board of Management, Academic Council, Boards of Faculties, Extension Council and Research Advisory Council. The objectives include to imparting education in different branches of Fisheries Sciences, undertaking the extension of Fisheries Sciences to the rural people, to promote research and to facilitate comprehensive development of Fisheries for increased contribution to State’s economy and set benchmark standards through appropriate interventions in fisheries production, teaching, research and extension. The Act lays down the powers and functions of the University, Officers and Authorities thereof. It provides for establishment of Fisheries Research Stations, Fisheries Krishi Vigyan Kendras and Fisheries Extension Units. It contains provisions for appointment of teachers and staff, university funds, and its statutes and regulations.

Full text
English
Website
www.indiacode.nic.in