Bill designates President as Visitor of new Rajendra Central Agricultural University

This Bill converts the existing Rajendra Agricultural University in Pusa, Bihar, into the Rajendra Central Agricultural University and declares it an institution of national importance. It aims to develop agriculture and advance learning and research in agricultural and allied sciences across India, with special reference to Bihar.

The Bill applies to the Rajendra Central Agricultural University, its officers (Chancellor, Vice-Chancellor, etc.), employees, students, and constituent colleges or research stations. It also affects the Central Government (which appoints the effective date and approves borrowing) and the President of India (who serves as the Visitor).

• Declares the university an institution of national importance.
• Establishes the university as a body corporate with perpetual succession and a common seal.
• Sets the headquarters at Pusa, Bihar, with the power to establish other campuses.
• Defines the university's objects as imparting education, conducting research, and undertaking extension education in agriculture and allied sciences.
• Grants powers to confer degrees, establish colleges and research centers, create posts, and borrow money with Central Government approval.
• Extends jurisdiction to the whole country with special reference to Bihar.
• Mandates that the university be open to all classes, castes, and creeds, while allowing special provisions for weaker sections.
• Designates the President of India as the Visitor with the right to inspect and inquire into the university's administration and finances.
• Repeals the Bihar Agricultural University Act, 1987, insofar as it relates to the Rajendra Agricultural University.

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