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University of Nepal Act, 2024

10. Functions, Duties, and Powers of the Council: In addition to the functions, duties, and powers mentioned elsewhere in this Act, the functions, duties, and powers of the Council shall be as follows:

(a) To determine policies and standards relating to the academic, educational, financial, and management aspects of the University,
(b) To approve the short-term and long-term plans and strategies of the University in line with its objectives,
(c) To approve the annual budget and programs of the University,
(d) To manage or cause to manage the resources necessary for the University,
(e) To determine and approve the degrees to be conferred by the University,
(f) To grant approval for the establishment of Schools, Research Centers, and the operation of new programs necessary for conducting the educational programs of the University,
(g) To protect and promote the academic values and reputation of the University,
(h) To contact, negotiate, and collaborate at the national and international level to mobilize necessary financial resources for the University,
(i) To prepare and construct or cause to construct the master plan for the physical infrastructure of the University,
(j) To appoint auditors, discuss and approve the audit report,
(k) To discuss and approve the annual report of the Council, and
(l) To perform other necessary functions for achieving the objectives of the University. 11. Formation of Academic Council: (1) There shall be an Academic Council as follows, functioning as the body to organize the educational, academic, and research activities of the University:

(a) Vice-Chancellor - Coordinator
(b) One person from amongst the Deans - Member
(c) One person from amongst the Directors - Member
(d) Three persons, including at least one woman, from amongst the Professors of the University - Member
(e) Two persons, including at least one woman, from amongst subject experts ensuring representation of different disciplines from the programs operated by the University - Member
(f) Registrar - Member-Secretary

(2) The members referred to in clauses (b), (c), (d), and (e) of sub-section (1) shall be nominated by the Council upon the recommendation of the Vice-Chancellor.

(3) The term of office of the nominated members referred to in clauses (b), (c), (d), and (e) of sub-section (1) shall be four years.

(4) Domestic, foreign, or non-resident Nepali professors, researchers, or student representatives may be invited to the meeting of the Academic Council.

(5) The procedures relating to the meeting of the Academic Council shall be as determined by the Academic Council itself. 12.
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12. Functions, Duties, and Powers of the Academic Council: The functions, duties, and powers of the Academic Council shall be as follows:

(a) To approve various academic programs of different disciplines to be operated by the University after assessing the need, relevance, and institutional capacity of the University,
(b) To approve the curriculum, teaching methods, and examination system of subjects to be studied and trained in the University,
(c) To ensure excellence in the academic programs operated under the University,
(d) To determine policies for the academic, research, and innovation-related programs of the University,
(e) To determine the educational qualifications of faculty members,
(f) To prescribe the qualifications of students wishing to enroll in the University, the number of students to be enrolled, and the basis, criteria, evaluation methods, and procedures required for enrollment,
(g) To perform necessary functions to maintain the academic quality of the University,
(h) To recommend to the Council for various degrees to be conferred by the University and confer approved degrees,
(i) To provide suggestions to the Executive Council on academic, research, and investigative matters,
(j) To form committees or task forces as necessary in the context of performing the functions of the Academic Council, and
(k) To perform other functions related to the Academic Council. 13. Executive Council: (1) There shall be an Executive Council as follows, functioning as the executive body of the University:

(a) Vice-Chancellor - Coordinator
(b) One person from amongst the Deans - Member
(c) One person from amongst the Directors - Member
(d) One person from amongst the Professors of the University - Member
(e) Registrar - Member-Secretary

(2) The members referred to in clauses (b), (c), and (d) of sub-section (1) shall be nominated by the Council upon the recommendation of the Vice-Chancellor.

(3) The procedures relating to the meeting of the Executive Council shall be as determined by the Executive Council itself. 14.
University of Nepal Act, 2024

14. Functions, Duties, and Powers of the Executive Council: In addition to the functions, duties, and powers mentioned elsewhere in this Act, the functions, duties, and powers of the Executive Council shall be as follows:

(a) To implement or cause to implement the decisions and directives of the Council,
(b) To prepare the annual budget and programs, progress reports, audit reports, and other proposals of the University and submit them to the Council for approval,
(c) To operate, oversee, and protect the fund and movable and immovable property of the University,
(d) To submit proposals to the Council for operating Schools and running new programs necessary for conducting the educational and academic programs of the University,
(e) To determine tuition fees,
(f) To ensure or cause to ensure the quality of education, research, and publication provided by the University,
(g) To coordinate and collaborate with the Government of Nepal, Provincial Government, Local Level, Cooperatives, and the Private Sector as necessary for the systematic operation of the University,
(h) To hear or cause to hear complaints received regarding the work and activities of the University,
(i) To mobilize financial and physical resources required by the University, and
(j) To perform or cause to perform other functions assigned by the Council. Chapter-4
Schools and Research Centers

15. Schools: (1) The University shall have as many departmental schools as necessary for the purpose of study, teaching, and research.

(2) One or more programs may be operated under the same school based on student numbers, adequacy of physical resources and facilities, and workload.

(3) Other provisions relating to the operation of a school shall be as prescribed. 16. Research Centers: (1) Research Centers may exist in the University as necessary for conducting research and innovation-related activities.

(2) Other provisions relating to Research Centers shall be as prescribed. Chapter-5
Office Bearers, Faculty Members, and Employees of the University

17.
University of Nepal Act, 2024

16. Research Centers: (1) Research Centers may exist in the University as necessary for conducting research and innovation-related activities.

(2) Other provisions relating to Research Centers shall be as prescribed. Chapter-5
Office Bearers, Faculty Members, and Employees of the University

17. Chancellor: (1) The Chancellor shall be the head of the University.

(2) The Chancellor shall preside over the convocation ceremony of the University.

(3) The members of the Council shall select the Chancellor from amongst the members nominated pursuant to clauses (c), (f), (g), (h), and (i) of sub-section (1) of Section 7.

(4) Notwithstanding anything written in sub-section (3), until the appointment of the Chancellor after the commencement of this Act, the member designated by the Ministry upon the recommendation of the Nepal University Infrastructure Development Committee from amongst the members nominated pursuant to sub-section (4) of Section 7 shall act as the Chairperson of the Council of Protectors.

(5) The selection process shall be initiated at least three months before the expiry of the term of office of the Chancellor.

(6) The term of office of the Chancellor shall be four years, and he/she may be reappointed for another term. 18. Vice-Chancellor: (1) There shall be one Vice-Chancellor in the University to perform functions as the executive head of the University.

(2) The Council shall appoint the Vice-Chancellor upon the recommendation of the Recommendation Committee referred to in Section 20.

(3) The appointment process shall be initiated at least three months before the expiry of the term of office of the Vice-Chancellor.

(4) The term of office of the Vice-Chancellor shall be four years, and he/she may be reappointed for another term. 19. Qualification for Vice-Chancellor: A person possessing the following qualifications shall be eligible to be appointed as the Vice-Chancellor:

(a) Has obtained a PhD degree from a recognized university,
(b) Has at least fifteen years of experience in the academic field,
(c) Has demonstrated excellent management skills and abilities in the field of educational or academic advancement,
(d) Has completed the age of thirty-five years, and
(e) Is of high moral character. 20.
University of Nepal Act, 2024

21. Functions, Duties, and Powers of the Vice-Chancellor: (1) In addition to the functions, duties, and powers mentioned elsewhere in this Act, the functions, duties, and powers of the Vice-Chancellor shall be as follows:

(a) To implement or cause to implement the decisions and directives of the Council,
(b) To control and oversee all work and activities of the University,
(c) To give directives on matters within his/her jurisdiction in the work and activities of the University,
(d) To coordinate, monitor, and evaluate or cause to coordinate, monitor, and evaluate the programs operated by the University and submit or cause to submit the report thereof to the Executive Council,
(e) To have proposals to be submitted to the Council prepared,
(f) To determine or cause to determine short-term and long-term programs for the development of the University,
(g) To arrange resources required by the University,
(h) To maintain or cause to maintain financial discipline, economy, and transparency,
(i) To manage, secure, and protect or cause to manage, secure, and protect the property of the University,
(j) To perform other works except those stated to be performed by any body or office bearer under this Act or rules made under this Act,
(k) To analyze complaints related to the University and address and manage them,
(l) To prepare financial, educational, and physical plans required by the University, and
(m) To perform other works assigned by the Council.

(2) Information on the work and activities performed by the Vice-Chancellor pursuant to clause (j) of sub-section (1) shall be submitted by him/her to the immediately subsequent meeting of the Council.

(3) The Vice-Chancellor shall be accountable to the Council regarding his/her work and activities. 22. Registrar: (1) There shall be one Registrar in the University.

(2) The Registrar shall be appointed by the Chancellor upon the recommendation of the Recommendation Committee referred to in Section 20.

(3) The term of office of the Registrar shall be four years. 23. Qualification for Registrar: A person possessing the following qualifications shall be eligible to be appointed as the Registrar:

(a) Has obtained at least a Master's degree from a recognized university,
(b) Has at least ten years of experience in the field of academic or educational administration or research in higher education,
(c) Has demonstrated excellent managerial skills and leadership abilities in the field of academic advancement,
(d) Has completed the age of thirty-five years, and
(e) Is of high moral character. 24.
University of Nepal Act, 2024

24. Functions, Duties, and Powers of the Registrar: (1) In addition to the functions, duties, and powers mentioned elsewhere in this Act, the functions, duties, and powers of the Registrar shall be as follows:

(a) To coordinate the academic affairs of the University,
(b) To maintain the standards of teaching, training, and research,
(c) To lead and coordinate the research work of the University,
(d) To oversee, monitor, supervise, and evaluate the preparation and implementation of educational programs,
(e) To perform functions relating to career development and academic exchange programs for faculty members and employees,
(f) To perform functions relating to the awarding of medals and scholarships,
(g) To perform functions relating to the determination, coordination, and evaluation of policies, plans, and programs for curriculum, textbooks, libraries, and examinations,
(h) To coordinate at the national and international level on educational matters,
(i) To perform functions relating to the regulation and management of the educational system,
(j) To perform functions relating to policy determination, coordination, and evaluation of extracurricular activities, sports, and social service programs for students,
(k) To perform functions relating to the oversight, control, evaluation, and coordination of subordinate office bearers and academic departments and teaching institutions,
(l) To give directives for determining academic and educational quality,
(m) To provide advice/suggestions and consultation to the Vice-Chancellor on academic matters,
(n) To perform functions relating to the administration of faculty members and employees of the University,
(o) To operate, account for, and audit or cause to audit the fund of the University,
(p) To perform functions relating to mobilizing financial resources for the University,
(q) To formulate policies and plans relating to internal administration and implement or cause to implement them,
(r) To perform or cause to perform necessary functions relating to the management, protection, and operation of the University's property,
(s) To prepare or cause to prepare the income and expenditure estimates of the University,
(t) To inspect all bodies under the University including Schools, Research Centers and correct any deficiencies found in administrative and management work,
(u) To oversee, control, and manage examinations conducted by the University, and
(v) To perform other functions as per the directives of the Executive Council and the Vice-Chancellor.

(2) While performing functions pursuant to sub-section (1), the Registrar shall do so under the general control and direction of the Vice-Chancellor. 25.
University of Nepal Act, 2024

25. Removal from Office: (1) If the Chancellor fails to fulfill his/her official responsibilities, does not conduct himself/herself in a manner befitting the office, or does any act contrary to the interest of the University, at least three members currently holding office in the Council may submit a written application to the Council stating the basis and reason.

(2) If the Vice-Chancellor fails to fulfill his/her official responsibilities, does not conduct himself/herself in a manner befitting the office, or does any act contrary to the interest of the University, at least five members currently holding office in the Council may submit a written application to the Chancellor stating the basis and reason.

(3) If the Registrar fails to fulfill his/her official responsibilities, does not conduct himself/herself in a manner befitting the office, or does any act contrary to the interest of the University, the Vice-Chancellor may recommend to the Council to remove the Registrar from office stating the basis and reason.

(4) Upon receiving an application pursuant to sub-section (1) or (2) or a recommendation from the Vice-Chancellor pursuant to sub-section (3), the Council shall form a three-member investigation committee, chaired by a member of the Council, within twenty-one days to investigate the matter.

(5) The investigation committee formed pursuant to sub-section (4) may also take assistance from office bearers of the University or other experts.

(6) If the investigation committee, during its investigation, finds that the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, or Registrar has failed to fulfill his/her official responsibilities, has not conducted himself/herself in a manner befitting the office, or has done any act contrary to the interest of the University, it shall recommend to the Council for removal from office. Such recommendation shall be made within one month from the date of initiating the investigation-related work.

(7) Before the investigation committee formed pursuant to sub-section (4) recommends for removal from office, the concerned office bearer shall be given a reasonable opportunity to present a defense against the allegations leveled against him/her.

(8) Within thirty days from the date of receiving the recommendation pursuant to sub-section (7), a majority of the members currently holding office in the Council shall make a decision regarding the removal of the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, or Registrar from office.

(9) From the date of recommendation for removal pursuant to sub-section (8) until the final decision thereon, the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, or Registrar shall be automatically suspended from his/her office.

(10) In the event of the suspension of the Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, or Registrar, other arrangements for the work performed by him/her shall be as decided by the Council. 26. Dean: (1) There shall be one Dean as a full-time office bearer acting as the head of each School.
University of Nepal Act, 2024

26. Dean: (1) There shall be one Dean as a full-time office bearer acting as the head of each School. Provided that, if necessary, there shall be no bar to assigning the responsibility of head of more than one School to a Dean.

(2) The Executive Council shall appoint a person as Dean upon the recommendation of the Vice-Chancellor, who has obtained a Master's degree in the relevant discipline from a recognized university and has at least eight years of teaching-related experience.

(3) The term of office of a Dean shall be four years. 27. Functions, Duties, and Powers of the Dean: (1) In addition to the functions, duties, and powers mentioned elsewhere in this Act, the functions, duties, and powers of the Dean shall be as follows:

(a) To provide academic and educational leadership as the head of the School,
(b) To perform or cause to perform necessary functions for the development of the standard of teaching and research in subjects under the School,
(c) To perform or cause to perform necessary functions for the quality development of teaching and research conducted under the School,
(d) To recommend providing support and facilities for education and research conducted under the School,
(e) To act as the inspector, manager, overseer, and coordinator of teaching conducted under his/her School as specified by the Executive Council, and
(f) To perform or cause to perform other functions assigned by the Vice-Chancellor.

(2) While performing functions pursuant to sub-section (1), the Dean shall do so under the general control and direction of the Vice-Chancellor. 28. Director: (1) There shall be a Director as the head of a Research Center.

(2) The Executive Council shall appoint a Director upon the recommendation of the Vice-Chancellor from amongst persons who have obtained a Master's degree from a recognized university and have at least five years of experience in the relevant subject and field.

(3) The term of office of a Director shall be four years. 29. Functions, Duties, and Powers of the Director: (1) The functions, duties, and powers of the Director shall be as follows:

(a) To formulate and implement or cause to implement the periodic plan of the Research Center,
(b) To prepare annual programs, plans, and budgets of the Research Center and submit them for approval,
(c) To manage and mobilize resources for program implementation, perform or cause to perform delegated and directed tasks, and
(d) To perform or cause to perform other functions assigned by the Vice-Chancellor.

(2) While performing functions pursuant to sub-section (1), the Director shall do so under the general control and direction of the Vice-Chancellor. 30.
University of Nepal Act, 2024

30. Removal of Dean and Director: (1) Notwithstanding anything written in sub-section (3) of Section 26 and sub-section (3) of Section 28, any person may submit an application to the Vice-Chancellor stating that the Dean or Director has failed to fulfill his/her official responsibilities, has not conducted himself/herself in a manner befitting the office, or has done any act contrary to the interest of the University.

(2) If the content mentioned in the application pursuant to sub-section (1) appears to be based on credible grounds, the Executive Council may form an investigation committee consisting of three members, chaired by a member of the Executive Council, for the purpose of investigation.

(3) If the investigation committee formed pursuant to sub-section (2), during its investigation, finds that the Dean or Director has failed to fulfill his/her official responsibilities, has not conducted himself/herself in a manner befitting the office, or has done any act contrary to the interest of the University, it shall recommend to the Executive Council for removal of such Dean or Director from office.

(4) Upon receiving a recommendation pursuant to sub-section (3), the Executive Council shall recommend to the Vice-Chancellor for removal of such Dean or Director from office.

(5) Before the investigation committee formed pursuant to sub-section (2) recommends for removal from office, the concerned person shall be given a reasonable opportunity to present a defense.

(6) The Vice-Chancellor shall remove the Dean or Director from office based on the recommendation pursuant to sub-section (4). 31.
University of Nepal Act, 2024

31. Provision Relating to Faculty Members, Researchers, and Employees: (1) The University shall have the necessary number of faculty members, researchers, and employees.

(2) The Vice-Chancellor shall appoint faculty members, researchers, and employees to be borne from the University's own resources.

(3) To recommend for the appointment of faculty members, researchers, and employees of the University, the Council shall form a Recruitment Committee.

(4) The working procedures of the Recruitment Committee pursuant to sub-section (3) shall be as prescribed.

(5) If any donor wishes to establish an endowment fund equivalent to the prescribed amount in the name of the University, without financial burden to the University, to bring a renowned domestic or foreign distinguished scholar in a specific discipline to contribute to the academic or research work of the University, the Vice-Chancellor may, with the consent of the Council, appoint such person as an Endowed Professor or Department Head, whose name shall be associated with the donor or a person desired by the donor.

(6) The Vice-Chancellor may, with the approval of the Council and through the process as prescribed, confer the honor of Emeritus Professor upon a domestic or foreign senior professor who has been dedicated to the academic or research work of the University for a long time and has made distinguished contributions, as necessary.

(7) The Vice-Chancellor may, fulfilling the process as prescribed according to the needs of the University, appoint a domestic or foreign expert or scholar possessing exceptional capacity or experience in a specific discipline of knowledge as a Visiting Professor or Professor of Practice. 32. Academic Collaboration: (1) Pursuant to technical assistance, agreement, or understanding with a foreign university, a serving or retired faculty member or expert of such foreign university may, as a volunteer or with such foreign university bearing his/her remuneration, conduct study, teaching, training, or any other academic work in the University.

(2) If a position becomes vacant pursuant to Section 33 and immediate recruitment is not possible, the Registrar for central department employees, the Dean for faculty members, and the relevant Director for other employees may, with the approval of the Vice-Chancellor, engage persons on a contract basis against the approved post of the University.

(3) The work, duties, rights, and remuneration, facilities, and terms of service of faculty members and employees engaged on a contract basis pursuant to sub-section (2) shall be as mentioned in such contract. 33.
University of Nepal Act, 2024

33. Circumstances for Vacancy in the Office of an Office Bearer: The office of an office bearer shall be deemed to have fallen vacant automatically in the following circumstances:

(a) If he/she resigns from his/her office,
(b) If his/her term of office expires,
(c) If he/she is removed from office pursuant to this Act,
(d) If he/she is punished by a court for corruption, rape, human trafficking and transportation, sale and distribution or transportation of narcotic drugs, money laundering, passport misuse, abduction, or other criminal offenses involving moral turpitude,
(e) If he/she becomes unable to work in office due to physical or mental illness, or
(f) In case of his/her death. Chapter-6
Fund, Accounts, and Audit of the University

34. Fund of the University: (1) There shall be a separate fund of the University.

(2) The fund pursuant to sub-section (1) shall consist of the following amounts:

(a) Amount received from the Government of Nepal, Provincial Government, or Local Level,
(b) Amount received from the University Grants Commission,
(c) Amount received as donations, gifts, endowments, or financial assistance from any person or institution,
(d) Amount received from foreign persons or governments and international organizations or institutions,
(e) Amount received from tuition fees,
(f) Amount received from rights related to the intellectual property of the University, and
(g) All other types of income earned by the University.

(3) Before receiving the amount pursuant to clause (d) of sub-section (2), the University shall obtain the approval of the Ministry of Finance of the Government of Nepal.

(4) The amount in the University's fund shall be deposited by opening an account in a licensed commercial bank pursuant to prevailing laws relating to banks and financial institutions.

(5) All expenses of the University shall be borne from the fund pursuant to sub-section (1) as approved by
Supreme Court Act, 1991

Supreme Court Act, 2048 (1992)

Date of Royal Seal and Publication
2048.7.28

Date of Certification and Publication
2048.7.28

Amending Acts

1. Republic Strengthening and Certain Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066 (2010) 2066.10.07
2. Certain Nepal Acts Amendment Act, 2072 (2016) 2072.11.13
3. Supreme Court (First Amendment) Act, 2073 (2016) 2073.5.27
4. Judicial Administration Act, 2073 (2016) 2073.5.27
5. Act to Amend, Consolidate, Adjust and Repeal Certain Nepal Laws, 2074 (2017) 2074.6.30

Act No. 29 of the year 2048 (1992)



An Act Made to Make Provisions Relating to the Supreme Court

Preamble: Whereas it is expedient to make some legal provisions relating to the Supreme Court,

Be it enacted by Parliament in the twentieth year of the reign of His Majesty Maharajadhiraj Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev. 1. Short Title and Commencement: (1) This Act may be cited as the "Supreme Court Act, 2048 (1992)".

(2) This Act shall come into force immediately. 2. Definitions: Unless the subject or context otherwise requires, in this Act,-

Amended by Certain Nepal Acts Amendment Act, 2072 (2016).(a) "Constitution" means the Constitution of Nepal.

(b) "Chief Justice" means the Chief Justice of Nepal, and said term also includes the Acting Chief Justice. Amended by Certain Nepal Acts Amendment Act, 2072 (2016).(c) "Judge" means a Judge of the Supreme Court, and said term also includes the Chief Justice.

(d) "Prescribed" or "as prescribed" means prescribed or as prescribed in the rules made under this Act. 3. Seat of Supreme Court: The Supreme Court shall be located in Kathmandu. Provided that, Amended by Republic Strengthening and Certain Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066 (2010).the Supreme Court may also hold a bench at a place designated by the Chief Justice in consultation with the Government of Nepal and exercise its jurisdiction or perform other functions. 4. Exercise of Jurisdiction of Supreme Court: (1) The power to hear and decide cases from the Supreme Court shall be exercised Added by Certain Nepal Acts Amendment Act, 2072 (2016).by the Constitutional Bench, a bench of a single Judge as prescribed, or by a Amended by the First Amendment.Joint Bench, Full Bench, or Larger Full Bench of more than one Judge, and by the Constitutional Bench.

(2) Except as described in sub-section (1), the exercise of other powers vested in the Supreme Court shall be carried out by the full meeting of the Judges of the Supreme Court, by a committee, or by the Amended by the First Amendment.Chief Registrar of the Supreme Court, as prescribed. Added by the First Amendment.4A.
Supreme Court Act, 1991

Added by the First Amendment.4A. Power to Issue Orders: The Supreme Court may issue an appropriate order when declaring any law void or invalid ab initio or from the date of the decision pursuant to Article 133, sub-article (1) of the Constitution. Added by the First Amendment.4B. Power to Form Committee or Task Force: The full meeting of the Judges of the Supreme Court or the Chief Justice may, as necessary, form a committee or task force for work other than the work referred to in section 4, and prescribe the functions, duties, and procedures of such committee or task force. 5. Repealed by the Act to Amend, Consolidate, Adjust and Repeal Certain Nepal Laws, 2074 (2017)

Added by the First Amendment.5A. Supreme Court to Remain as a Court of Record: The Supreme Court shall be a court of record. The judgments, final orders, and documents relating to prescribed judicial proceedings of the Supreme Court shall be preserved permanently as prescribed. 6. Repealed by the Republic Strengthening and Certain Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066 (2010)

7. Repealed by the Judicial Administration Act, 2073 (2016)

8. Oath: A person appointed to the office of Chief Justice shall take an oath Amended by the Republic Strengthening and Certain Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066 (2010).before the President, and a person appointed to the office of Judge shall take an oath before the Chief Justice, as prescribed in the Schedule. Amended by the First Amendment.9. Chief Registrar: (1) There shall be one Chief Registrar in the Supreme Court.

(2) The Chief Registrar shall work as the administrative head of the Supreme Court under the general direction and control of the Chief Justice.

(3) The functions, duties, and powers of the Chief Registrar shall be as prescribed.

(4) The Chief Registrar may, as necessary, delegate some of the powers vested in him to any Registrar or subordinate officer or employee. 10. Repealed by the Republic Strengthening and Certain Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066 (2010)

11. Power to Make Rules: (1) The Supreme Court may make necessary rules to regulate the exercise of its jurisdiction and its procedure.

(2) Without prejudice to the generality of the power conferred by sub-section (1), rules may be made in respect of the following matters:- Omited by the First Amendment.
Supreme Court Act, 1991

Power to Make Rules: (1) The Supreme Court may make necessary rules to regulate the exercise of its jurisdiction and its procedure.

(2) Without prejudice to the generality of the power conferred by sub-section (1), rules may be made in respect of the following matters:- Omited by the First Amendment. Amended by the First Amendment.(a) Matters relating to the exercise of the jurisdiction of the Supreme Court by a bench of a single Judge or by a Joint Bench, Full Bench, Larger Full Bench, or Constitutional Bench of more than one Judge.

(b) Matters relating to petitions for appeal, revision, review, and retrial of cases filed in the Supreme Court.

(c) Amended by Certain Nepal Acts Amendment Act, 2072 (2016).Matters relating to petitions falling under Article 133, sub-articles (1) and (2) of the Constitution.

(d) Matters relating to keeping in custody or imprisonment or releasing on bail or security of a person filing an appeal in the Supreme Court against a judgment of conviction rendered by a lower court in criminal cases.

(e) Procedure relating to Contempt of Court. Amended by the First Amendment.(f) Other matters relating to the administrative work and judicial procedure of the Court. 12. Repeal: The Supreme Court Act, 2019 (1963) is hereby repealed. Amended by the Republic Strengthening and Certain Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066 (2010).Schedule

(Relating to Section 8)

Oath

I, do solemnly affirm / swear in the name of God that, remaining fully loyal to the Nepalese people, the prevailing Constitution, and other laws, I will faithfully discharge the responsibilities of the office of that I have assumed, without being influenced by anyone's fear, favor, prejudice, malice, or greed, and in a manner not contrary to the integrity and dignity of the judiciary; and I will not disclose any matter that comes to my knowledge in the course of performing my duty, except in compliance with the prevailing law, whether I continue in office or not. Date :

Signature
Nepal Agricultural Research Council Act, 1992

Nepal Agricultural Research Council Act, 2048 (1992)

Certification and Publication Date
2048.1.25 (1992)

Amending Acts

1. Nepal Agricultural Research Council (First Amendment) Act, 2053 (1997) 2053.1.13
2. This Act is effective from 2065 Jeth 15. The words "Prasasti" and "Rajya" have been omitted. Republic Strengthening and Some Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066 (2009) 2066.1.7
3. Some Nepal Acts Amendment Act to Make Conformable to the Constitution of Nepal, 2075 (2018) 2075.1.19

Act Number 3 of the year 2048 (1992)



An Act Made to Establish and Manage the Nepal Agricultural Research Council

Preamble: Whereas, it is expedient to establish and manage the Nepal Agricultural Research Council to enhance the economic level of the general public by studying and researching problems in the agricultural sector and discovering solutions to those problems,

His Majesty King Birendra Bir Bikram Shah Dev has, by virtue of Article 129 of the Constitution of the Kingdom of Nepal, 2047 (1990), with the advice and consent of the Council of Ministers, enacted this Act. 1. Short Title and Commencement: (1) This Act may be cited as the "Nepal Agricultural Research Council Act, 2048 (1992)".

(2) This Act shall come into force immediately. 2. Definitions: Unless the subject or context otherwise requires, in this Act,-

(a) "Council" means the Nepal Agricultural Research Council established pursuant to Section 3.

(b) "Committee" means the Executive Committee constituted pursuant to Section 7.

(c) "Chairperson" means the Chairperson of the Committee.

(d) "Member" means a member of the Committee and said term also denotes the Chairperson and Member-Secretary of the Committee.

(e) "Executive Director" means the Executive Director appointed or designated pursuant to Section 13. Added by the First Amendment.(e1) "National Agricultural Policy" means the policy related to agriculture brought into publication by the Government of Nepal to implement the long-term agricultural plan prepared by the National Planning Commission and the agricultural plan included in the five-year plan.

(f) "Prescribed" or "as prescribed" means prescribed or as prescribed in the regulations made under this Act. 3. Establishment of the Council: (1) A Nepal Agricultural Research Council is hereby established for the purpose of identifying problems in the agricultural sector and finding solutions thereto, conducting and causing to be conducted high-level studies and research related to agriculture.

(2) The office of the Council shall be located in the Kathmandu Valley. 4. Council to be a Corporate Body: (1) The Council shall be an autonomous and corporate body with perpetual succession.

(2) The Council shall have a separate seal for all its acts and business.

(3) The Council may, like a自然人〔person〕, acquire, possess, sell, or otherwise manage movable and immovable property.

(4) The Council may, like a自然人〔person〕, sue and be sued in its own name.
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5. Objectives of the Council: The objectives of the Council shall be as follows:-

(a) To conduct and cause to be conducted high-level studies and research related to agriculture. Amended by the First Amendment.(b) To conduct exploratory studies of necessary technologies, knowledge, and skills, discovering solutions to problems in the agricultural sector to increase agricultural production or quality.

(c) To provide necessary assistance to the Government of Nepal for the formulation of national agricultural policy. Amended by the First Amendment.6. Constitution of the Council: (1) The Council shall be constituted as follows:-

(a) Minister or Minister of State for Agriculture - Chairperson

(b) Member (looking after agriculture sector), National Planning Commission - Member

Amended by the Some Nepal Acts Amendment Act to Make Conformable to the Constitution of Nepal, 2075 (2018).(c) Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development - Member

(d) Secretary, Ministry of Finance - Member

Amended by the Some Nepal Acts Amendment Act to Make Conformable to the Constitution of Nepal, 2075 (2018).(e) Secretary, Ministry of Forests and Environment - Member

Amended by the Some Nepal Acts Amendment Act to Make Conformable to the Constitution of Nepal, 2075 (2018).(f) Secretary, Ministry of Education, Science and Technology - Member

(g) Secretary, Nepal Omitted by the Republic Strengthening and Some Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066 (2009). Academy of Science and Technology - Member

(h) Dean, Institute of Agriculture and Animal Science - Member

(i) One person nominated by the Government of Nepal from among experienced agricultural scientists working in the Council - Member

(j) Two persons nominated by the Government of Nepal from among scientists working in relevant institutions who have contributed to the field of agricultural research - Member

(k) Two persons nominated by the Government of Nepal from among distinguished commercial farmers or scientists retired from the service of the Council - Member

(l) One person nominated by the Government of Nepal from among entrepreneurs engaged in the agricultural sector - Member

(m) One person nominated by the Government of Nepal from among individuals involved in non-governmental organizations in the field of agricultural research - Member

(n) Executive Director - Member-Secretary

(2) The term of office of the members nominated pursuant to sub-section (1) shall be two years, and they may be renominated.

(3) The Government of Nepal may, if it deems necessary, by publishing a notice in the Nepal Gazette, make necessary additions, reductions, or changes among the members of the Council. Added by the First Amendment.6A.
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Added by the First Amendment.6A. Meeting of the Council: (1) A meeting of the Council shall be held at least twice a year.

(2) The meeting of the Council shall be held on the date, time, and place specified by the Chairperson of the Council.

(3) The presence of at least fifty percent of the total number of members of the Council shall be deemed to constitute a quorum for a meeting of the Council.

(4) The meeting of the Council shall be chaired by the Chairperson of the Council, and in the absence of the Chairperson of the Council, a person chosen by the members of the Council from among themselves shall chair the meeting.

(5) The decisions of the Council shall be certified by the Member-Secretary.

(6) Other matters relating to the meeting of the Council shall be as determined by the Council itself. Added by the First Amendment.6B. Functions, Duties, and Powers of the Council: The functions, duties, and powers of the Council shall be as follows:-

(a) To formulate necessary policies for conducting studies and research related to agriculture, remaining subject to the national agricultural policy.

(b) To set priorities for studies and research related to agriculture.

(c) To approve annual programs and budgets necessary for conducting studies and research related to agriculture.

(d) To approve the organizational structure and staff positions of the office of the Council.

(e) To review agricultural research activities carried out in Nepal Omitted by the Republic Strengthening and Some Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066 (2009)..

(f) To provide suggestions to the Government of Nepal for identifying agricultural problems and formulating national agricultural policy.

(g) To give necessary directions to the Committee. Amended by the First Amendment.7.
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Amended by the First Amendment.7. Constitution of the Executive Committee: (1) For the operation of the functions of the Council, there shall be an Executive Committee consisting of the following members:-

(a) Executive Director - Chairperson

(b) Joint Secretary, Ministry of Finance - Member

Amended by the Some Nepal Acts Amendment Act to Make Conformable to the Constitution of Nepal, 2075 (2018).(c) Joint Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development - Member

(d) Joint Secretary (looking after agriculture sector), National Planning Commission - Member

(e) Director General, Department of Agriculture - Member

(f) Director General, Department of Livestock Services - Member

(g) One person nominated by the Government of Nepal from among the chiefs of regional-level offices of the Council - Member

(h) One person nominated by the Executive Director from among the program directors of the Council - Member-Secretary

(2) The term of office of the members nominated pursuant to sub-section (1) shall be two years, and they may be renominated.

(3) The Government of Nepal may, if it deems necessary, by publishing a notice in the Nepal Gazette, make necessary additions, reductions, or changes among the members of the Committee. 8. Meeting of the Committee: (1) A meeting of the Committee shall be held on the date, time, and place specified by the Chairperson.

(2) The presence of at least fifty percent of the total number of members of the Committee shall be deemed to constitute a quorum for a meeting of the Committee.

(3) The meeting of the Committee shall be chaired by the Chairperson, and in the absence of the Chairperson, a person chosen by the members from among themselves shall chair the meeting.

(4) The decisions of the Committee shall be certified by the Member-Secretary.

(5) Other matters relating to the meeting of the Committee shall be as determined by the Committee itself. 9.
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9. Functions, Duties, and Powers of the Committee: Remaining subject to the policy directives given by the Council, the functions, duties, and powers of the Committee shall be as follows:-

(a) To conduct and cause to be conducted studies and research related to agriculture, remaining subject to the policy directives given by the Council.

(b) To prepare programs and budgets necessary for conducting studies and research related to agriculture, remaining subject to the policy directives given by the Council, and submit them to the Council for approval.

(c) To provide necessary consultancy services and research support related to agricultural research.

(d) To keep updated statistics and reports of studies and research activities related to agriculture.

(e) To comply with and ensure compliance with the directives given by the Council.

(f) To perform and cause to be performed other necessary functions related to agricultural research. 10. Power to Constitute Sub-Committees: (1) Added by the First Amendment.The Council or the Committee may, as required for the conduct of its functions, constitute a sub-committee.

(2) The functions, duties, powers, and procedures of a sub-committee shall be as prescribed. 10A. Delegation of Powers: Added by the First Amendment.(1) The Council may delegate some of the powers vested in it to the Chairperson of the Council, a member of the Council, the Committee, or a sub-committee.

(2) The Committee may delegate some of the powers vested in it to the Chairperson, a member, a sub-committee, or any officer-level employee of the Committee. 11. Fund of the Council: (1) The Council shall have a separate fund.

(2) The following amounts shall be deposited in the fund of the Council:-

(a) Grant amounts received from the Government of Nepal,

(b) Grant amounts received from any foreign government or international organization,

(c) Amounts received from conducting or causing to be conducted research work or consultancy services,

(d) Amounts received from other sources.

(3) Prior approval of the Government of Nepal shall be required for receiving grants from foreign governments or international organizations.

(4) All amounts received by the Council shall be deposited by opening an account in a commercial bank within Nepal Omitted by the Republic Strengthening and Some Nepal Laws Amendment Act, 2066 (2009)..

(5) All expenditures to be borne by the Council shall be borne from the fund pursuant to sub-section (1). 12. Accounts and Audit: Amended by the First Amendment.(1) The accounts of income and expenditure of the Council shall be maintained according to a commercial accounting system.

(2) The accounts of the Council shall be audited by the Auditor General. 13.
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12. Accounts and Audit: Amended by the First Amendment.(1) The accounts of income and expenditure of the Council shall be maintained according to a commercial accounting system.

(2) The accounts of the Council shall be audited by the Auditor General. 13. Executive Director: Amended by the First Amendment.(1) There shall be an Executive Director as the administrative chief of the Council.

(2) There shall be a Recommendation Committee as follows to submit a recommendation to the Government of Nepal for the appointment of the Executive Director:-

(a) Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture.

(b) Two eminent agricultural scientists, other than members of the Council, designated by the Government of Nepal.

(3) The Recommendation Committee pursuant to sub-section (2) shall recommend three individuals from among competent and senior scientists working under the Agricultural Research Council for appointment to the post of Executive Director, and the Government of Nepal shall appoint one of those individuals to the post of Executive Director. Provided that, if a suitable person for appointment to the said post is not available among the scientists working in the Council, that post shall be filled through open competition.

(4) The qualification of individuals to be recommended for the post of Executive Director shall be as follows:-

(a) Having passed at least a Master's level in a subject related to agriculture and having at least ten years of experience in study and research work related to agriculture.

(b) Having published works in subjects related to agricultural research.

(5) The term of office of the Executive Director shall be four years, and he/she may be reappointed for another four years. Provided that, if his/her work is not satisfactory, the Government of Nepal may, on the recommendation of the Council, remove him/her from the post even before the expiry of his/her term.

(6) Provisions relating to the remuneration, terms of service, and facilities of the Executive Director shall be as prescribed. 14. Employees of the Council: (1) For the operation of the functions of the Council, the Committee shall appoint necessary employees as prescribed.

(2) Provisions relating to the remuneration, terms of service, and facilities of employees appointed pursuant to sub-section (1) shall be as prescribed. 15. Report to be Submitted to the Government of Nepal: The Council shall submit an annual report of its work to the Government of Nepal within six months of the expiry of each fiscal year. 16. Government of Nepal may Give Directions: The Government of Nepal may give necessary directions to the Council, and it shall be the duty of the Council to comply with such directions. 17.