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THE AREA STUDY CENTRES ACT, 1975

THE AREA STUDY CENTRES ACT, 1975

THE AREA STUDY CENTRES ACT, 1975   The Area Study Centres Act of 1975 is a significant piece of legislation in Pakistan that establishes and regulates Area Study Centres (ASCs) in various universities across the country. These ASCs are specialized research and academic institutions dedicated to the in-depth study and research of specific regions, countries, and areas of strategic importance. The act provides the legal framework for the establishment, organization, and functioning of ASCs, contributing to Pakistan’s pursuit of comprehensive knowledge and understanding of global affairs___________ PREAMBLE SECTIONS: Short title, extent and commencement. Definitions. Establishment of Centre. Functions of centre. Board of Governors. Director. Academic Committee. Fund. Audit and accounts, etc. 9A. Power to transfer centres. Power to make rules. Power to make regulations. Updated till 03.01.2023 2 of 5 1THE AREA STUDY CENTRES ACT, 1975. 1 ACT No. XLV of 1975 [24th April, 1975] An Act to provide for the establishment of Area Study Centres in the Universities for the study of contemporary societies particularly those which effect the national interest of Pakistan. WHEREAS it is expedient to provide for the establishment of Area Study Centres in the Universities for the study of contemporary societies particularly those which affect the national interest of Pakistan; It is hereby enacted as follows:— Short title, extent and commencement.—(1) This Act may be called the Area Study Centres Act, 1975. (2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan. (3) It shall come into force at once. Definitions. In this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context,— (a) “Board” means a Board of Governors referred to in sub-section (1) of section 5; (b) “Centre” means an Area Study Centre established under section 3; (c) “Commission” means the University Grants Commission; (d) “Director” means the Director of a Centre; (e) “regulations” means regulations made under section 11; and (f) “rules” means rules made under section 10. Establishment of Centre. As soon as may be after the commencement of this Act, the Federal Government may, by notification in the official Gazette, establish an Area Study Centre in a University specified in the notification. Functions of Centre. A Centre shall— (a) engage in high level teaching and research; (b) train research workers; 1 For Statement of Objects and Reasons, see Gaz. of P., 1975, Ext., Pt. III, p. 170. 3 of 5 (c) establish M. Phil., Ph. D. and other programmes in the relevant disciplines in accordance with the standard and requirements of the University; (d) promote cooperation in inter-disciplinary relationship with other teaching and research establishments; (e) arrange conferences, seminars and refresher courses for the development of teaching and research; and (f) conduct teaching and research in such particular field as is assigned to it by the Federal Government after consultation with the University. Board of Governors.— (1) The management, overall control and supervision of the affairs of a Centre established in University shall vest in a Board of Governors consisting of the following, members, namely:— (a) Vice-Chancellor of the University, who shall also be its Chairman; (b) a representative of the Commission; (c) a representative of the Pakistan History Commission; (d) a representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; (e) a representative of the Ministry of Education; (f) Dean of the Faculty of the University; (g) two experts in the relevant discipline to be nominated by the Federal Government on the recommendation of the Commission; (h) one nominee of the Syndicate of the University; (i) one nominee of the Academic Council of the university; and (j) Director of the Centre. (2) In particular and without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing provision, a Board shall have the power to— (a) approve the academic and research programmes of the Centre, with the concurrence of the Academic Council of the University; (b) lay down rules of admission to the Centre; (c) institute fellowships for promotion of research in the discipline concerned; (d) create, suspend or abolish such posts as may be necessary; (e) appoint teachers and other officers; and (f) hold, control and administer the funds of the Centre. 4 of 5 (3) A member of a Board referred to in clause (g) of Subsection (1) shall hold office for such term as may be determined by the Federal Government. (4) The meetings of a Board shall be held as and when called by the Chairman: Provided that not less than two meetings shall be held in each year. (5) In the exercise of its powers and performance of its functions, a Board shall be subject to such special or general instructions as may be issued by the Commission from time to time. (6) A Board may, for the speedy and efficient working of the Centre, delegate to the Director such of its powers as it may deem necessary. 6.Director.— (1) The Director shall be appointed by the Federal Government on the recommendation of the Commission on such remuneration and other terms and conditions of service as may be determined by the Federal Government in consultation with the University. (2) The Director shall be the academic and executive head of the Centre and Secretary of the Board, and shall be responsible to the Board for carrying out the objectives of the Centre. (3) The Director shall perform such other functions and exercise such powers as may be assigned or delegated to him by the Board. (4) The Director may, by writing under his hand addressed to the Chairman, resign his office. Academic Committee.— (1) At each Centre there shall be an Academic Committee consisting of the following members, namely: — (a) the Director, who shall also be its convener; (b) all Professors and Associate Professors of the Centre; and (c) two experts to be nominated by the Commission. (2) The Committee may associate such other experts as it may consider necessary. (3) The Committee shall prepare and submit to the Board the academic and research programmes of the Centre. Fund. Each Centre shall have a fund to which shall be credited—

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THE ANTIQUITIES ACT, 1975

THE ANTIQUITIES ACT, 1975

THE ANTIQUITIES ACT, 1975   The Antiquities Act of 1975 is a significant piece of legislation in Pakistan aimed at the preservation and protection of the country’s historical and cultural heritage. This act establishes the legal framework for the identification, preservation, and conservation of antiquities and archaeological sites in Pakistan. It plays a crucial role in safeguarding the nation’s rich cultural history, preventing the illegal excavation and trafficking of antiquities, and promoting archaeological research and exploration Short title, extent and commencement. Definitions. Advisory Committee. Dispute as to whether any product, etc., is an antiquity. 5 Custody, preservation, etc., of certain antiquities. 5A. Accidental discovery of antiquity to be reported, to Director-General Power of entry, inspection, etc. Acquisition of land containing antiquities. Purchase, taking lease, etc., of antiquity. Right of pre-emption in case of a sale of antiquity. Declaration of protected antiquities. Representation against declaration of protected antiquities. The guardian ship of antiquity by agreement. Purchasers at certain sales and person claiming through owner bound by agreement entered into by owner. 13A. Ownership of buried antiquities. Application of endowment for maintenance and preservation of antiquity. Compulsory acquisition of protected immovable antiquity. Compulsory acquisition of movable antiquities. Protection of place of worship from misuse, etc. Restriction on use of protected immovable antiquity. Prohibition of destruction, damage, etc., of protected antiquities. Page 2 of 14 Restriction on repairs, renovations, etc., of protected immovable antiquities. Direction to the owner to take measures for preservation of antiquity. Execution of development schemes and new constructions in proximity to immovable antiquity. Prohibition of bill posting, neon signs, other kinds of advertisements, etc., Penalty for counterfeiting, etc., of antiquity. Dealing in antiquities. Export of antiquities. Traffic in movable antiquities. Regulation of mining, quarrying, etc., Prohibition of archaeological excavation or exploration without licence. Prohibition of making copies of protected antiquities without licence. Right of access to protected immovable antiquities. Penalty. Jurisdiction to try offences. Power to arrest without warrant. Confiscated antiquities to be made over to Director General. Indemnity. Power to make rules. Repeal. Page 3 of 14 THE ANTIQUITIES ACT, 1975 1Act No. VII OF 1976 [14 th January, 1976] An Act to repeal and re-enact the law relating to the preservation and protection of antiquities. WHEREAS it is expedient to repeal and re-enact the law relating to the preservation and protection of antiquities and to provide for matters connected therewith or ancillary thereto; It is hereby enacted as follows:— Short title, extent and commencement.—(1) This Act may be called the Antiquities Act, 1975. (2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan. (3) It shall come into force at once. Definitions.—In this Act, unless there is any thing repugnant in the subject of context,— (a) “Advisory Committee” means the Advisory Committee constituted under section 3; 2 [(b) “ancient”, in relation to an antiquity, means an antiquity which has been in existence for a period of not less than seventy­five years;] (c) “antiquity” means— (i) any ancient product of human activity, movable or immovable, illustrative of art, architecture, craft, custom, literature, morals, politics, religion, warfare or science or of any aspect of civilization or culture, (ii) any ancient object or site of historical, ethnographical, anthropological, military or scientific interest, (iii) any national monument, and (iv) any other object or class of such objects declared by the Federal Government, by notification in the official Gazette, to be an antiquity for the purposes of this Act; (d) “dealer” means a person engaged in the business of buying and selling antiquities; and “deal in antiquities” means to carry on such business; (e) 3 [Director-General] means the 3 [Director-General] of Archaeology, Government of Pakistan, and includes an officer authorised by him to exercise or perform all or any of the powers or functions of the 3 [Director-General] under this Act ; 1For Statement of Objects and Reasons, see Gaz. of P., 1975, Ext., Pt. III, p. 1541. The Act has been applied to Provincially Administered Tribal Areas of N.W.F.P. with certain modifications, see Notifn. No. 14/43-505(II) (H.D)/80. dt. 29-1-81, see Gaz. of N.W.F.P, Ext., p. 2Subs. by the Antiquities (Amdt.) Act, 1992 (21 of 1992), s. 2, for clause (b). 3 Subs. by the Antiquities (Amdt.) Act, 1992 (21 of 1992), s. 2, for “Director”. Page 4 of 14 (f) “export” means taking out of Pakistan by land, sea or air; (g) “immovable antiquity” means an antiquity of any of the following descriptions, namely:— (i) any archaeological deposit on land or under water, (ii) any archaeological mound, tumulus, burial place or place of internment, or any ancient garden, structure, building, erection or other work of historical, archaeological military or scientific interest, (iii) any rock, cave or other natural object of historical, archaeological artistic or scientific interest or containing sculpture, engraving, inscription or painting of such interest, and includes— (1) any gate, door, window, paneling, dado, ceiling, inscription, wall-painting, wood work, metal work or sculpture or any other thing which is attached or fastened to an immovable antiquity; (2) the remains of an immovable antiquity; (3) the site of an immovable antiquity; (4) such portions of land or water adjoining the site of an immovable antiquity as are reasonably required for fencing or covering or otherwise preserving such antiquity; (5) the reasonable means of access to, and convenient inspection of an immovable antiquity; and (6) any urban site, street, group of buildings or public square of special value which the Federal Government, being of the opinion that its preservation is a matter of public interest by reason of its arrangement, architecture or materials of construction, by notification in the official Gazette, declares to be an immovable antiquity for the purposes of this Act; (h) “national monument” means any building, structure, erection, place of internment, garden, portion of land or any other place or thing of national importance as may be determined and notified as such from time to time by the Federal Government in consultation with the Advisory Committee; (i) “owner” includes— (i) any person legally competent to act on behalf of the

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THE ANTI­DUMPING DUTIES ORDINANCE, 2000

THE ANTI­DUMPING DUTIES ORDINANCE, 2000

THE ANTI­DUMPING DUTIES ORDINANCE, 2000   The Anti-Dumping Duties Ordinance of 2000 is a significant piece of legislation in Pakistan that addresses the issue of anti-dumping measures in international trade. Anti-dumping measures are imposed to counteract unfair trade practices, specifically when imported goods are sold at prices lower than their normal value, causing injury to domestic industries. This ordinance provides the legal framework for the imposition and collection of anti-dumping duties in Pakistan, aiming to protect domestic industries and ensure fair competition in the global marketplace. PREAMBLE. . 1 Short title, extent and commencement 2 Definition 3 Levy of anti dumping duty 4 Identification of dumping 5 Normal value based on prices in exporting country 6 Normal value based on export price to a third country or on constructed value 7 Circumstances in which certain sales may be disregarded in determining normal value 8 Calculation of costs for the purposes or sections 6 and 7 9 Exports from a country in which the government exercises sufficient control over economic decisions so that the domestic market does not operate freely 10 Export price 11 Comparison 12 Comparison 13 Currency conversion 14 Individual dumping margin 15 Determination of injury 16 Cumulation 17 Examination of impact of dumped import on domestic industry 18 Ausation 19 Threat of mater injury 20 Requirement of a written application 21 Notice to government of exporting country 22 Withdrawal of application before initiation 23 Initiation of an investigation 24 Application by or on behalf of domestic industry 25 Self­initiation 26 Imposition of anti­dumping measures on behalf of a third country 1 27 Notice of decision to initiate investigation 28 Provision of copy of an application 29 Duration of investigation 30 Customs clearance 31 Confidentiality 32 Reliance on best information available 33 Information to parties 34 Proposed schedule for investigations 35 Acquisition of information by the commission 36 Assessment to be on the basis of data relating to defined periods 37 Preliminary determination 38 In an investigation, 39 Written arguments 40 Withdrawal of an application 41 Termination for insufficient evidence, negli gible dumping margin or negligible volume 42 Notice of conclusion of an investigation without imposition of measures 43 Imposition or provisional measures 44 Term of provisional measures 45 Duration application of provisional measures 46 Acceptance of price undertaking 47 Conditions for acceptance of price undertaking 48 Completion of an investigation 49 Violation of price undertaking 50 Imposition and collection of anti­dumping duty 51 Imposition of collection of anti­dumping duties 52 Refund of anti­dumping duties paid in excess of dumping margin 53 Anti­dumping duties and fees to be held in a non­lapseable personal ledger account 54 Retroactive application of definitive anti dumping duties in certain circumstances 55 Imposition of definitive anti­dumping duties retroactively 56 Circumstances in which provisional measures and anti­dumping duties shall apply 57 Duration of anti­dumping duty 58 Review of anti­dumping duty 59 Review for change of circumstances 60 Newcomer review 61 Duration and review or price undertaking 62 Evidence and procedure 63 Anti circumvention measures 64 Appeal to the appellate tribunal 65 Powers of the appellate tribunal 66 Power of the appellate tribunal to call for and examine record 67 Power to make rules 2 68 Public servants 69 Failure to disclose correct information 70 Cognizance of offence 71 An employer shall not 72 Appointment or advisers and consultants 73 Indemnity 74 Removal of difficulties 75 Ordinance override other laws 76 Repeal 77 Saving THE SCHEDULE. . 3 THE ANTI DUMPING DUTIES ORDINANCE, 2000 ORDINANCE NO. LXV of 2000 [22nd December, 2000] An Ordinance to amend and consolidate the Law relating to imposition of anti dumping duties to offset such dumping WHEREAS it is expedient to give effect in Pakistan to the provisions of Article VI of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade. 1994, and to the Agreement on implementation thereof and to amend and consolidate the law relating to imposition of anti­dumping duties to offset such dumping, to provide a framework for investigation and determination of dumping and injury in respect of goods imported into Pakistan and for matters ancillary thereto or connected therewith; AND WHEREAS the imposition of anti­dumping duties to offset injurious dumping is in the public interest; AND WHEREAS the National Assembly and the Senate stand suspended in pursuance of the Proclamation of the fourteenth day of October, 1999, and the Provisional Constitution Order No. 1 of 1999; AND WHEREAS the President is satisfied that circumstances exist which render it necessary to take immediate action; NOW, THEREFORE, in pursuance of the Proclamation of Emergency of the fourteenth day of October, 1999, and the Provisional Constitution Order No. I of 1999, read with the Provisional Constitution (Amendment) Order No. 9 of 1999, and in exercise of all powers enabling him in that behalf, the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan is pleased to make and promulgate the following Ordinance:— PART I PRELIMINARY Short title, extent and commencement.—(1) This Ordinance may be called the AntiDumping Duties Ordinance, 2000. (2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan. (3) It shall come into force at once. Definition. In this Ordinance, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context:— (a) “Appellate Tribunal” means the Appellate Tribunal established under section 64; 4 (b) “Commission” means the National Tariff Commission established under the National Tariff Commission Act, 1990 (Act VI of 1990); (c) “country” means any country or territory whether a member of the World Trade Organisation or not and includes a customs union or separate customs territory; (d) “domestic industry” means the domestic producers as a whole of a domestic like product or those of them whose collective output of that product constitutes a major proportion of the total domestic production of that product, except that when any such domestic producers are related to the exporters or importers, or are themselves importers of the allegedly dumped investigated product in such a case “domestic industry” shall mean the rest of the domestic producers. 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THE ANTI NARCOTICS FORCE ACT, 1997

THE ANTI NARCOTICS FORCE ACT, 1997   The Anti Narcotics Force Act, 1997, is a crucial piece of legislation in Pakistan aimed at combatting the illegal drug trade and drug-related crimes. It establishes the Anti Narcotics Force (ANF), a specialized law enforcement agency dedicated to the prevention, detection, and investigation of narcotics-related offenses. This act plays a pivotal role in addressing the adverse social, health, and security consequences associated with drug trafficking and abuse, and it underscores Pakistan’s commitment to international efforts to combat the illicit drug trade PREAMBLE. . 1 Short title and commencement 2 Definitions 3 Constitution of the Force 4 Superintendence and administration of the Force 5 Functions of the Force 6 Power of the members of the Force 7 Wearing of Uniform 8 Punishment 9 Grounds of punishment 10 Authority to award punishment 11 Terms of service 12 Conduct and Discipline 13 Members to serve anywhere 14 Members as public prosecutors 15 Delegation of powers 16 Indemnity 17 Power to make rules SCHEDULE. Section 9 Authorities to award punishment 1 ANTI‑NARCOTICS FORCE ACT, 1997 ACT No.III OF 1997 An Act to provide for the constitution of Anti‑Narcotics Force WHEREAS it is expedient to provide for the constitution of a Force for the purpose of inquiring into, and investigating offences relating to narcotics and Narcotics Trafficking and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto; It is hereby enacted as follows: Short title and commencement.__ (1) This Act may be called the Anti­Narcotics Force Act, 1997. (2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan. (3) It shall come into force at once. Definitions. In this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context,__ (a) “Code” means the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898, (Act V of 1898); (b) “Director‑General” means the Director General of the Force; (c) “Force” means the Anti‑Narcotic Force constituted under section 3; (d) “narcotics” includes narcotic, drugs, psychotropic substances and controlled substances as defined in the Control of Narcotic Substances Ordinance, 1996, (XCIV of 1996) (e) “police” means a police­force constituted by the Federal Government or Provincial Government under the Police Act, 1861 (V of 1861). (f) .”prescribed” means prescribed by rules under this Act; and (g) “rules” means rules made under this Act. 1This Act shall apply to FATA vide S.R.O.No. 489(1)/98, dated 26­5­1998, with certain condition. 2 (2) The words and expressions used but not defined herein shall have the same meaning as assigned to them in the Control of Narcotic Substances Ordinance, 1996, (XCIV of 1996). Constitution of the Force.__ (1) Notwithstanding anything contained in any other law for the time being in force, the Federal Government may constitute a Force to be called the Anti Narcotics Force. (2) The Force shall consist of a Director‑General to be appointed by the Federal Government and such number of other officials as the Federal Government may, from time to time, appoint to be members of the Force. (3) On commencement of this Act, the Pakistan Narcotics Control Board constituted under the Government of Pakistan, Planning Division’s Resolution, dated the 8th March, 1973, and Anti‑Narcotics Task Force constituted under the Anti Narcotics Task Force Ordinance, 1994, (LXXVI of 1994) shall stand merged and all personnels, including officers, ministerial staff and the contingent staff of the said Board and Task Force shall, subject to the provisions of section 11 become members of the Force and be governed in accordance with this Ordinance and the rules made thereunder. (4) The Force shall for all intents and purposes be successor of Pakistan Narcotics Control Board and Anti‑Narcotics Task Force in respect of all cases, inquiries, investigation, assets, liabilities, rights, obligations and privileges and matters related thereto or connected therewith. (5) Notwithstanding anything contained in the General Clauses Act, 1897, (IV of 1897). anything done or action taken before the commencement of this Act, under the Anti Narcotics Task Force Ordinance, 1994 (LXXVI of 1994), or otherwise by the Pakistan Narcotics Control Board in so far it is not inconsistent with the provisions of this Act shall be deemed to have been done or taken under this Act. Superintendence and administration of the Force.__ (1) The superintendence of the Force shall vest in the Federal Government. (2) The Administration of the Force shall vest in the Director‑General who shall exercise in respect of the Force all powers of an Inspector‑General of Police under the Police Act, 1861, (V of 1861). and all other powers under the Act. (3) In case of any officers and members from the Armed Forces, the Director‑General shall have all powers conferred by or under the Pakistan Army Act, 1952, (XXXIX of 1952). the Pakistan Air Force Act, 1953, (VI of 1953). and the Pakistan Navy Ordinance, 1961, (XXXVI of 1961). respectively as an officer empowered to convene a General Court Martial: 3 Provided that such powers shall be exercised only by the Director­General who is in the regular service of any of the Armed Forces. Functions of the Force. The Force shall (a) inquire into, investigate and prosecute all offences relating to, or connected with, preparation, production, manufacture, transportation, illicit trafficking or smuggling of intoxicants, narcotics and chemical precursors or reagents used in the manufacture of narcotics or any offence committed in the course of the same transaction under any law for the time being in force, including an attempt or conspiracy to commit, or any abetment of, any such offence, or any offence committed under the Control of Narcotics Substances Ordinance, 1996 (XCIV of 1996) or the Prohibition (Enforcement of Hadd) Order, 1979 (P.O. 4 of 1979); (b) trace and freeze the assets; (c) provide assistance and advice to other enforcement agencies on all matters in the field of narcotics and to collect information from all national and international enforcement agencies about illicit narcotic traffic and traffickers; (d) maintain liaison with all national or international narcotics authorities, organisations, bodies, associations and societies and represent Pakistan in such conferences, seminars and workshops arranged by any such organization on narcotics related

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THE ANAND MARRIAGE ACT, 1909

THE ANAND MARRIAGE ACT, 1909

THE ANAND MARRIAGE ACT, 1909   The Anand Marriage Act of 1909 is a historic piece of legislation in India that primarily pertains to the solemnization and registration of Sikh marriages. The act provides legal recognition to Sikh marriages conducted in the Anand Karaj or Sikh religious ceremony, ensuring their validity and compliance with legal requirements. It is a significant step towards preserving the religious and cultural rights of the Sikh community and serves as a model for regulating marriages within this religious group SECTIONS: Short title and extent. Validity of Anand marriage. Exemption of certain marriages from Act. Saving of marriages solemnized according to other ceremonies. Non­validation of marriages within prohibited degrees. THE ANAND MARRIAGE ACT, 1909 1ACT No. VII OF 1909 [22nd October, 1909] An Act to remove doubts as to the validity of the marriage ceremony common among the Sikhs called Anand. WHEREAS it is expedient to remove any doubts as to the validity of the marriage ceremony common among the Sikhs called Anand; It is hereby enacted as follows :­ Short title and extent.__ (1) This Act may be called the Anand Marriage Act, 1909 ; and 2 [(2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan.] Validity of Anand marriage. All marriages which may be or may have been duly solemnized according to the Sikh marriage ceremony called Anand shall be, and shall be deemed to have been with effect from the date of the solemnization of each respectively, good and valid in law. Exemption of certain marriages from Act. Nothing in this Act shall apply to– (a) any marriage between persons not professing the Sikh religion, or (b) any marriage which has been judicially declared to be null and void. Saving of marriages solemnized according to other ceremonies. Nothing in this Act shall affect the validity of any marriage duly solemnized according to any other marriage ceremony customary among the Sikhs. Non­validation of marriages within prohibited degrees. Nothing in this Act shall be deemed to validate any marriage between persons who are related to each other in any degree of consanguinity or affinity which would, according to the customary law of the Sikhs, render a marriage between them illegal. _____ 1For Statement of Objects and Reasons, see Gazette of India, 1908, Pt. V, p. 357; for Report of Select Committee, see ibid., 1909, Pt. V,p. 1034; and for Proceedings in Council, see ibid., 1908, Pt. VI, p. 156, and ibid., 1909 Pt. VI, pp. 156, 161 and 165. 2Subs. by the Central Laws (Statute Reform) Ordinance, 1960 (21 of 1960), s. 3 and 2nd Sch. (with effect fromthe 14th October, 1955), for the originalsub­section (2) as amended by A.O., 1949.   Need more information Our panel of skilled Lawyers in Pakistan specializes in separation cases in Pakistan and offers personalized advice and robust legal solutions. AI Legal Site: For general information, visit 24Justice.com – Pakistan’s First Legal AI Site. Personalized Assistance: For more specific queries or legal representation, reach out to us: Call: 0092 308 5510031 WhatsApp: 0092 308 5510031 Contact Form: Prefer writing? Fill out our contact form below, and we’ll respond promptly [contact-form][contact-field label=”Name” type=”name” required=”true” /][contact-field label=”Email” type=”email” required=”true” /][contact-field label=”Website” type=”url” /][contact-field label=”Message” type=”textarea” /][/contact-form]

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THE ALLOPATHIC SYSTEM (PREVENTION OF MISUSE) ORDINANCE, 1962

THE ALLOPATHIC SYSTEM (PREVENTION OF MISUSE) ORDINANCE, 1962

THE ALLOPATHIC SYSTEM (PREVENTION OF MISUSE) ORDINANCE, 1962   The Allopathic System (Prevention of Misuse) Ordinance of 1962 is a significant piece of legislation in Pakistan that is designed to regulate the practice of allopathic medicine, ensuring that it is conducted by qualified and licensed medical professionals. Allopathic medicine refers to the conventional medical system based on scientific principles and the use of pharmaceutical drugs for the treatment of diseases. This ordinance aims to prevent the misuse of the allopathic system by individuals who are not authorized medical practitioners and to safeguard public health and safety. PREAMBLE. 1 Short title, extent and commencement 2 Definition 3 Prohibition of the use of the word ” doctor and its variations, etc. 4 Prohibition of the use of medical degrees or diplomas 5 Prohibition of performing surgical operations by unqualified persons 6 Prohibition for prescribing certain drugs 7 Restriction on the sale of patent and proprietory medicines 8 Rule­making powers of the Provincial Government 9 Penalty 10 Jurisdiction 11 Protection 1 of 4 THE ALLOPATHIC SYSTEM (PREVENTION OF MISUSE) ORDINANCE, 1962. ORDINANCE NO. LXV OF 1962 [7th June, 1962] An Ordinance to prevent the misuse of the allopathic system of medicine and to provide for matters connected therewith. WHEREAS it is expedient to prevent the misuse of the allopathic system of medicine and to provide for matters connected therewith ; NOW, THEREFORE, in pursuance of the Proclamation of the seventh day of October, 1958, and in exercise of all powers enabling him in that behalf, the President is pleased to make and promulgate the following Ordinance:­ Short title, extent and commencement.­(1) This Ordinance may be called the Allopathic System (Prevention of Misuse) Ordinance, 1962. (2) It extends to the whole of Pakistan. (3) It shall come into force at once. Definition. In this Ordinance, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context, “registered medical practitioner” means a person registered under the 1 [Medical and Dental Council Ordinance, 1962 (XXXII of 1962)]. Prohibition of the use of the word “doctor” and its variations, etc. No person practising the allopathic, homoeopathic, ayurvedic, unani or any other system of medicine shall use with his name or address or with the name or address of his business the word “doctor” or any of its grammatical variations, cognate expressions or abbreviations so as to give out that he is entitled to practise medicine unless he is a registered medical practitioner; Provided that nothing in this section shall apply to a person on whom a Doctor’s degree other than medical degree has been conferred by any university in or outside Pakistan. Prohibition of the use of medical degrees or diplomas. No person shall use a medical degree or a medical diploma to give out that he is a qualified medical practitioner or for any purpose connected with medical practice, unless such degree or diploma has been conferred or awarded by a university or institution in or outside Pakistan recognized under the 1 [Medical and Dental Council Ordinance, 1962 (XXXII of 1962)]. 1Subs. by the Federal Laws (Revision and Declaration) Ordinance, 1981 (27 of 1981), s. 3 and Sch. II, for “Medical Council’s Ordinance, 1962”. 2 of 4 Prohibition of performing surgical operations by unqualified persons. No person other than a registered medical practitioner shall perform any surgical operation other than circumcision, incision of boils and administration of injections. Prohibition for prescribing certain drugs. No person other than a registered medical practitioner or a person authorized in this behalf by the 1 [Provincial Government] shall prescribe any antibiotic or dangerous drug specified in the rules made under this Ordinance. Restriction on the sale of patent and proprietory medicines. No person shall sell in the market any patent or proprietory medicine of the unani, ayurvedic, homoeopathic or biochemic system of medicin, unless there is displayed, in a conspicuous and readily intelligible manner, on the label or container thereof and also on the outer cover of the container (other than ordinary wraper), the true formula of the medicine contained in it. Rule­making powers of the Provincial Government. The 2 [Provincial Government] may make rules 3 for carrying out the purposes of this Ordinance. Penalty. Whoever contravenes the provisions of section 3 or section 4 or section 5 or section 6 or section 7 shall be punishable with imprisonment which may extend to one year or with fine not exceeding two thousand rupees, or with both. Jurisdiction.­(1) No prosecution shall be instituted under this Ordinance except by an Inspector appointed under the 4 [Drugs Act, 1976 (XXXI of 1976)] or by a person specially empowered by the 2 [Provincial Government] in this behalf. (2) No court inferior to that of a magistrate of the first class shall try an offence punishable under this Ordinance and notwithstanding anything contained in section 32 of the Code of Criminal Procedure, 1898 (Act V of 1976), it shall be lawful for such magistrate to pass any sentence of fine to the extent provided for by this Ordinance in excess of his powers under the said section 32. Protection. No suit or proceeding shall lie against any Inspector or person acting in good faith under section 10 of this Ordinance. ______ 1 Subs. by A.O., 1964, Art. 2 and Sch., for “Government”. 2Subs. ibid., for “Central Government”. 3For such Rules, see West Pakistan Gazette, 1966, Ext., pp. 401­404. 4Subs. by the Federal Laws (Revision and Declaration) Ordinance, 1981 (27 of 1981), s. 3 and Sch., II, for “Drugs Act, 1940”.   Need more information Our panel of skilled Lawyers in Pakistan specializes in separation cases in Pakistan and offers personalized advice and robust legal solutions. AI Legal Site: For general information, visit 24Justice.com – Pakistan’s First Legal AI Site. Personalized Assistance: For more specific queries or legal representation, reach out to us: Call: 0092 308 5510031 WhatsApp: 0092 308 5510031 Contact Form: Prefer writing? 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THE ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS COUNCIL ACT, 2022

THE ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS COUNCIL ACT, 2022

THE ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS COUNCIL ACT, 2022   I apologize, but as of my last knowledge update in January 2022, I do not have information on the “Allied Health Professionals Council Act, 2022” as it falls beyond my knowledge cutoff date. If this act was enacted after that date, I would not have access to its specific content or details. To learn more about the “Allied Health Professionals Council Act, 2022,” I recommend referring to official government sources, legal databases, or consulting with legal experts who have access to the most up-to-date information on legislation in Pakistan. They can provide you with the relevant content and legal context for this act, as well as its implications and applications within the healthcare and allied health professions in Pakistan.   _____________ CONTENTS Short title, extent commencement. Definitions. Establishment of the Council. Power and functions of the Council. Restrictions on nominations. Term of office of the members. Meeting of the Council. President and Vice President. Advisory Committees of the Council. Functions of the advisory committee. Officers and servants of the Council. Recognition of institution imparting basic or higher qualification. Recognition of foreign qualifications. Recognition of continuous professional development opportunity providers. Reciprocal recognition of qualification. Page 2 of 19 Registration of Allied Health Professionals whose qualification may be considered recognized qualification. Licensing and Rights of Licensees. Institutions to furnish information required by the Council. Inspection of institution. Maintenance of the register. Procedure for registration. Removal of name from the register. Disqualification for registration. Prohibition of employment of and practice by un-registered AHP. Penalty for offenses. Appeal. Cognizance by court. Complaints. Procedure of inquiry. Directions as to apparatus, appliance, equipment or products. Action done in good faith. The Fund. Bank accounts. Annual report, accounts and audit. Investments. Consultants, advisors, etc. Executive authorities to assist the Council. Power to make rules. Regulations. Page 3 of 19 Removal of difficulties. Overriding effect. Page 4 of 19 THE ALLIED HEALTH PROFESSIONALS COUNCIL ACT, 2022 ACT NO. IX OF 2022 [28th February, 2022] An Act to make the provisions for the establishment of the Allied Health Professionals Council WHEREAS it is expedient to establish an Allied Health Professionals Council in Pakistan for the purposes of making a uniform standard of basic and higher qualification in various Allied Health disciplines and to consolidate the law relating to the registration of all professionals in various disciplines of Allied Health Professionals; WHEREAS, it is necessary to regulate education, training, practice, functions and registration of Allied Health Professionals in the Pakistan for public health It is hereby enacted as follows:— Short title, extent commencement.— (1) This Act shall be called the Allied Health Professionals Council Act, 2022. (2) It shall extend to the whole of Pakistan. (3) It shall come into force at once. Definitions.— (1) In this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the context or subject,— (a) “Allied Health Professionals” or “AHP” means Person who provides diagnostic, therapeutic, Preventive, curative or rehabilitative services in health care, in a prescribed Manner and has undergone a prescribed course of training in a recognized institution and is registered as an Allied Health Professional by the body formed for the purpose, as per Sehedule-I; (b) “bachelor degree” means any degree, duly recognized by the council, of at least four years duration after higher secondary school granted by a university or an institution; (c) “basic qualification” means certificate or diploma course for Allied Health Professionals recognized by the council; (d) “certificate” means any recognized qualification pursuant to at least a one year training duration granted by an institution recognized by the Council; (e) Council means the Allied Health Professionals Council established under section 3; (f) “continuous professional development” means skill enhancement and improvement of personal and professional competency which shall— (i) Comprise of lectures, seminars, courses, individual study or other activities undertaken by a Registered AHP; and Page 5 of 19 (ii) reasonably be expected to advance a Registered AHP’s development in his or her related profession. (g) “continuous professional development opportunity provider” means an institution or organization providing continuous professional development opportunities recognized by the council; (h) “diploma” means any recognized qualification of at least two years or greater duration granted by an institution recognized by the Council to grant such qualification under this act; (i) “doctorate degree” means any degree higher than an M. Phil or masters degree, recognized by the Higher Education Commission of Pakistan and which is recognized by the council as applicable towards qualifications of an AHP; (j) “eligible” means any person eligible for registration of recognized qualification under this act; (k) “Ex-officio member” means members of the Council nominated under clauses (a) and (b) of sub-section 3 of section 3 of this Act and who shall not have the right to vote or hold any elected position in the Council; (l) “healthcare establishment” means any premises used or intended to be used for the provision of health care services, including but not limited to a hospital, teaching hospital, rural health center, basic health units, surgical centers, blood banks, maternity homes, nursing homes, clinics, clinical laboratories, dispensaries, dental clinics, x-ray laboratories, diagnostic center, centers for nuclear medicine or radiation therapy, ambulatories, psychiatric hospitals, burn units, psychiatric nursing homes, community mental health center, hemodialysis center, dialysis center, rehabilitation center or clinic or centers and such other health care or premises as may be declared from time to time by the Federal or Provincial Government or byelaw; (m) “Higher qualification” means a bachelor’s degree or higher qualification as recognized by the Council for AHP; (n) “institution” means an institute, college or university which is recognized under this act to grant or train basic or higher qualification for AHP; (o) “masters degree” means any post graduate degree granted by a university or an institution recognized by the Council; (p) “Member” means a member of the Allied Health Professionals Council; (q) “M. Phil” means any post-master degree granted by a university or an institution recognized by the Council; (r) “National Medical Authority” means

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THE ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY ACT, 1974

THE ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY ACT, 1974   The Airport Security Force Act of 1975 is a crucial piece of legislation in Pakistan that establishes and empowers the Airport Security Force (ASF). The primary aim of this act is to ensure the safety and security of airports, aviation facilities, and passengers. The ASF is entrusted with the vital responsibility of safeguarding Pakistan’s airports and the aviation industry against various threats, including acts of terrorism and unlawful interference. This act plays a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity and security of the nation’s air transportation infrastructure. Short title and commencement Definitions CHAPTER II THE UNIVERSITY Establishment and incorporation of the University Powers and functions of the University University open to all classes, creeds, etc. Teaching in the University CHAPTER III OFFICERS OF THE UNIVERSITY Officers of the University Chancellor Pro-Chancellor Visitation, etc. Vice-Chancellor Powers and duties of the Vice-Chancellor Page 2 of 29 Registrar Treasurer Controller of Examinations University Auditor CHAPTER IV AUTHORITIES OF THE UNIVERSITY Authorities The Executive Council Powers and duties of Executive Council The Academic Council Powers and duties of the Academic Council Constitution, functions and powers of other Authorities Appointment of Committees by the Authorities CHAPTER V STATUTES, REGULATIONS AND RULES Statutes Regulations Amendment and repeal of Statutes and Regulations Rules CHAPTER VI UNIVERSITY FUND University Fund Audit and Accounts CHAPTER VII GENERAL PROVISIONS Opportunity to show Cause Appeal to and review by the Executive Council Page 3 of 29 Pension, group insurance, gratuity, provident fund and benevolent fund Commencement of term of office of members of Authorities 33A. Members of an Authority to cease to be members in certain circumstances Filling of casual vacancies in Authorities Filling of vacancies in Authorities in certain circumstances Disputes about membership of Authorities Proceedings of Authorities not invalidated by vacancies First Statutes Removal of difficulties Tripartite mobility THE SCHEDULE (See section 38) THE FIRST STATUTES Page 4 of 29 THE ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY ACT, 1974. 1ACT NO. XXXIX OF 1974 [21st May, 1974] An Act to provide for the establishment of an Allama lqbal Open University at Islamabad. WHEREAS it is expedient to provide for the establishment of an Allama lqbal Open University at Islamabad and for matters ancillary thereto; It is hereby enacted as follows:— Short title and commencement.—(1) This Act may be called the 2 [Allama lqbal Open University Act, 1974.] (2) It shall come into force at once. Definitions. In this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context,— (a) “Academic Council” means the Academic Council of the University; (b) “Audience level regional centre” means an audience level regional centre maintained and administered by the University; (c) “Authority” means an Authority of the University specified in section 17; (d) “Chancellor” means the Chancellor of the University; (e) “Committee of Courses” means the Committee of Courses in a Faculty; (f) “Dean” means the Dean of a Faculty; (g) “Department” means a department maintained and administered or’ recognised by the University; (h) “Executive Council” means the Executive Council of the University; (i) “Faculty” means a Faculty of the University; (j) “Government” means the Federal Government; 3 [(jj) “Institute” means an institute maintained and administered by the University] (k) “Prescribed” means prescribed by Statutes, Regulations or Rules; (1) “Pro-Chancellor” means the Pro-Chancellor of the University; 1 For Statement of Objects and Reasons, see Gaz. of P., 1974, Ext., Pt. Ill, p. 427. 2 Subs. by the People’s Open University (Amdt.) Ordinance, 1977 (43A of 1977), s. 2, for “People’s Open University Act, 1974”. 3 Ins. by the Allama lqbal Open University (Amdt.) Ordinance, 1981 (8 of 1981),S.2. Page 5 of 29 (m) “Registered Graduate” means a graduate of the University who has his name entered in the register maintained in the University for the purpose; (n) “Statutes”, “Regulations” and “Rules” means the Statutes, Regulations and Rules made under this Act; (o) “Teachers” includes Professors, Associate Professors, Senior Instructors, Assistant Professors, Instructors and Lecturers engaged whole-time by the University or such other persons as may be recognised as Teachers by the Academic Council; 1 [(p) “University” means the Allama lqbal Open University as renamed under this Act;] (q) “University Teacher” means a whole-time Teacher appointed and paid by the University, or recognized by the Academic Council as such; and (r) “Vice-Chancellor” means the Vice-Chancellor of the University. ___________ CHAPTER II THE UNIVERSITY Establishment and incorporation of the University.—(1) There shall be established a University to be called the People’s Open University as a specialised educational institution with its principal seat at Islamabad for purposes of teaching, holding of examinations and tests, establishment of audience level regional centers for guidance and examinations at the post-matric, graduate, postgraduate and research levels in accordance with the provisions of this Act. 2 [(1A) The People’s Open University established in accordance with the provisions of this Act shall, on and the commencement of the People’s Open University (Amendment) Ordinance, 1977, be renamed as the Allama Iqbal Open University.] (2) The University shall consist of— (i) the Chancellor, the Pro-Chancellor, the Vice-Chancellor, the Deans, the Chairman of Teaching Departments, the 3 [Directors of the Institutes, the Director of the Regional Tutorial Services], the Registrar, the Treasurer, the Auditor, the Controller of Examinations, the Librarian, and such other officers as may be prescribed; [ (ii) members of the Executive Council, the Academic Council and other Authorities; (iii) all University Teachers; and (iv) Professors Emeritus. 1Subs. by the People’s Open University (Amdt.) Ordinance, 1977 (43A of 1977), s. 3 for cl. (p). 2Sub-section (1A) ins. by the People’s Open University (Amdt.) Ordinance,1977 (43A of 1977) s. 4. 3Subs. by the Allama Iqbal Open University (Amdt.) Ordinance, 1981 (8 of 1981), s. 3. Page 6 of 29 (3) The University shall be a body corporate by the name of the 1 [Allama Iqbal Open University] and shall have perpetual succession and a common seal, and shall by the said name sue and be sued. (4) The University shall be competent to acquire and hold property,

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THE AIRPORTS SECURITY FORCE ACT, 1975

THE AIRPORTS SECURITY FORCE ACT, 1975

THE AIRPORTS SECURITY FORCE ACT, 1975   The Airport Security Force Act of 1975 is a crucial piece of legislation in Pakistan that establishes and empowers the Airport Security Force (ASF). The primary aim of this act is to ensure the safety and security of airports, aviation facilities, and passengers. The ASF is entrusted with the vital responsibility of safeguarding Pakistan’s airports and the aviation industry against various threats, including acts of terrorism and unlawful interference. This act plays a pivotal role in maintaining the integrity and security of the nation’s air transportation infrastructure. _____________ CHAPTER I SECTIONS: Short title, extent, application and commencement. Definitions. CHAPTER II Power to constitute and maintain the Airports Security Force and its functions. Constitution of the Airports Security Force. Administration of the Force. CHAPTER III Powers and duties of officers and members. Liabilities of officers and members. CHAPTER IV 7A Officers and members to be subject to the Pakistan Army Act, 1952. 7B Consequence of sentence of imprisonment. 7C Suspension. 7D Place of imprisonment. Updated till 31.8.2022 7E Capture of deserters. 7F Appeal and revision. 7G Appointment of officers and other members of the Force. CHAPTER V Indemnity. Delegation of powers by the Federal Government. Delegation of powers by the Director-General. Power to make rules. Power to make regulations. [Repeal]. THE AIRPORTS SECURITY FORCE ACT, 1975 1ACT No. LXXVII OF 1975 [13th December, 1975] An Act to provide for the constitution and regulation of the Airports Security Force. WHEREAS it is expedient to provide for the constitution and regulation of the Airports Security Force for ensuring security of all aerodromes, airports, aircraft and civil aviation installations, and for the maintenance of law and order therein, and for matters connected therewith or ancillary thereto ; It is hereby enacted as follows:― ___________ CHAPTER I Short title, extent, application and commencement. called the Airports Security Force Act, 1975. (1) This Act may be (2) It extends to all aerodromes and airports, all civil aviation stations, centres or offices in Pakistan, all Pakistan air services and activities relating to civil aviation. (3) It shall apply to all members and officers of the Force wherever they may be. (4) It shall come into force at once. Definitions.―In this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context, (a) “aerodrome” means any area of land or water designed, equipped, set apart or commonly used or intended to be used, either wholly or in part, for affording facilities for the landing, departure and movement of aircraft and includes all buildings, sheds, vessels, piers, installations and equipments, and other structures thereon or appertaining thereto, but does not include any aerodrome which is exclusively used by the Pakistan Air Force or any portion of an aerodrome which is used by the Pakistan Air Force ; (b) “aircraft” means any machine which can derive support in the atmosphere from the reactions of the air, other than the reactions of the air against the earth’s surface, and includes balloons, whether captive or free, airships, kites, gliders and flying machines ; 1 For Statement of Objects and Reasons, see Gaz. of P., 1975, Ext., Pt.III, p.1027. 3 (c) “airport” means an aerodrome at which facilities have, in the opinion of the Federal Government, been sufficiently developed to be of importance to civil aviation; (d) “air service” means a service of aircraft for any purpose of civil aviation, whether aerial work, public transport or otherwise ; (e) “air side” meansthe movement area of an aerodrome, adjacent terrain and buildings or portions thereof, access to which is controlled by the 1 [force]; (f) “competent authority” means any officer or authority designated as such by the Federal Government ; 1* * * * * * * (h) “Force” means the Airports Security Force constituted under section 3 ; (i) 2 [Director General] means the Commander incharge of the Force; 1* * * * * * * (k) “member” means a person, other than an officer, who is appointed to the Force and has signed an affirmation in the form set out in the First Schedule ; (1) “officer” means a person who is so appointed to the Force and has signed an affirmation in the form set out in the First Schedule ; (m) “operator” means a person, organisation or enterprise engaged in or offering to engage in aircraft operation ; (n) “prescribed” means prescribed by rules or regulations ; (o) “purposes of civil aviation” include all purposes connected with civil aviation and with air navigation, except purposes of defence by air ; (p) “regulations” means regulations made under this Act ; and (q) “rules” means rules made under this Act. 1 Subs. and omitted by the Air Ports Security Force (Amdt.) Ordinance, 1984 (35 of 1984), s.3 2Subs by Act No.XXV of 2012, s 2 3 CHAPTER II Power to constitute and maintain the Airports Security Force and its functions. (1) The Federal Government may constitute and maintain a force to be called the Airport Security Force for performing the following functions, namely : (a) ensuring security of all airports, aerodromes, aircraft and civil Aviation installations 1 [within the limits of airports and aerodromes] and for safeguarding civil aviation against acts of unlawful interference or threats of such interference ; (b) ensuring security of all structures, equipments, material and installations belonging to operators and other Government or non-Government organisations within the limits of airports and aerodromes ; 1 * * * * * * * 1 * * * * * * * (e) ensuring the proper conduct of persons at airports and aerodromes 1 * * * including control of surface vehicles and drivers within the limits of airports and aerodromes ; (f) ensuring security of aircraft passengers, baggage, cargo and mail within the limits of airports and aerodromes ; (g) general maintenance of law and order within the limits of airports and aerodromes in conjunction with the police and taking cognizance of all offences committed at the airports and aerodromes under any

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THE AIR UNIVERSITY ORDINANCE, 2002

THE AIR UNIVERSITY ORDINANCE, 2002

THE AIR UNIVERSITY ORDINANCE, 2002   The Air University Ordinance, 2002, is a significant piece of legislation that establishes the Air University, a prominent institution for higher education and research in Pakistan. The Air University primarily focuses on aviation-related programs and offers a range of academic and research activities. 1 Short title and commencement 2 Definitions 3 Establishment and incorporation of the University 4 Purposes, powers and functions of the University 5 Principal teaching facilities, examinations, etc. 6 University to be open to all classes, creeds etc. 7 Patron 8 Chancellor 9 Pro-Chancellor 10 Vice-Chancellor 11 Registrar 12 Director.Academic Affairs 13 Director Examinations 14 Director Finance 15 Director Research and Development 16 Officers of the University 17 Heads of constituent units 18 Authorities 19 Board of Governors 20 Powers and functions of the Board 21 Meetings of the Board 22 Delegation of powers 2 of 20 23 Executive Committee 24 Academic Council 25 Faculty Board of Studies 26 Selection Board 27 Governing bodies for constituent units 28 Finance and Planning Committee 29 Academic and non-academic employees 30 University Fund 31 Audit and accounts 32 Financing of constituent units 33 Power to make Status 34 Power to make regulations 35 Power to make rules 36 Indemnity 37 Bar of jurisdiction 38 Retirement and re-employment 39 Pension, insurance, gratuity, provident fund and benevolent fund 40 Opportunity to show cause 41 Appeal to, and review by, the Board 42 Commencement of term of office of a member of any body or authority 43 Filling of casual vacancy in any body or authority 44 Filling of vacancy in any body or authority in certain circumstances 45 Cessation of membership of an ex-officio member 46 Proceedings of any body or authority not invalidated by any vacancy 47 Removal of difficulties 3 of 20 THE AIR UNIVERSITY ORDINANCE, 2002 ORDINANCE NO.CVII OF 2002 [29th October, 2002] An Ordinance to provide for the establishment of the Air University at Islamabad WHEREAS it is expedient to provide for the establishment of the Air university at Islamabad and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto; AND WHEREAS the President is satisfied that circumstances exist which render it necessary to take immediate action; NOW, THEREFORE, in pursuance of the Proclamation of the fourteenth day of October, 1999, and the Provisional Constitution Order No.1 of 1999, read with the Provisional Constitution (Amendment) Order No. 9 of 1999, and in exercise of all powers enabling him in that behalf, the President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan is pleased to make and promulgate the following Ordinance:— Short title and commencement.—(1) This Ordinance may be called the Air University Ordinance, 2002. (2) It shall come into force at once. Definitions: In this Ordinance, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context,— (a) “Academic Council” means the Academic Council of the University established under section 24; (h) “affiliated institutions” means institutions authorized by the Board to conduct academic programmes approved by the University; (c) “Authority” means any of the authorities of the University specified in section 18; (d) “Board” means the Board of Governors of the University constituted under section 19; (e) “Chancellor” means the Chancellor of the University; (f) “Committee” means the Executive Committee of the University constituted under section 23; (g) “constituent units” means the units maintained and administered by the University; (h) “Director Academic Affairs” means the Director Academic Affairs appointed under section 12; 4 of 20 (i) “Director Examinations” means the Director Examinations appointed under section 13; (j) “Director Finance” means the Director Finance appointed under section 14; (k) “Director Research and Development” means the Director Research and Development appointed under section I5; (I) “Head” means the Head of a college or an Institute; (m) “Institute” means an Institute that is a constituent unit of the University; (n) “prescribed” means prescribed by regulations; (o) “Pro-Chancellor” means the Pro-Chancellor of the University appointed under section 9; (p) “Registrar” means the Registrar of the University; (q) “regulations, rules and Statutes” means regulations, rules and Statutes made under this Ordinance ; (r) “University” means the Air University established under this Ordinance; and (s) “Vice-Chancellor” means the Vice-Chancellor of the University appointed under section 10. Establishment and incorporation of the University: There shall be established a University to be known as the Air University consisting of—(1) There shall be established a — (i) the Chancellor, the Pro-Chancellor, the Board, the Vice-Chancellor, the Registrar, the Directors and the Heads; (ii) the governing bodies of constituent units by whatever names called; (iii) members of such other councils, committees and administrative bodies as the Board may establish, from time to time; (iv) members of the faculties and students of the colleges and Institutes which are constituent units of the University; and (v) such other officers and members of the staff as may be specified by the Board, from time to time. (2) The University shall be a body corporate having perpetual succession and a common seal, with power, subject to the provisions of this Ordinance, to acquire, hold and dispose of property, both movable and immovable, and shall by its name sue and be sued. (3) The University shall have its principal seat at Islamabad. 5 of 20 (4) All the existing degree colleges and service institutions being managed by the Pakistan Air Force shall be constituent units of the University and any college or institution being managed by the Pakistan Air Force which is up-graded in future may become constituent unit of the University, as the Board may determine. (5) The University may set up any number of colleges and Institutes as its constituent units at such places in Pakistan and abroad, as the Board may determine. Purposes, powers and functions of the University.—(1) The purposes of the University shall be the promotion and dissemination of knowledge and technology and to provide for instructions, training, research, demonstration and service in such branches of learning as the Board may determine. (2) The University shall have power to govern its academic and administrative functions in

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