Anti Ragging
Ragging means doing an Act, which causes of is likely to cause insult or annoyance or fear or apprehension or intimidation or outrage of modesty or injury to a student.
Ragging is considered as sadistic thrill and it is a violence of human rights.
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As per the Maharashtra Prohibition of ragging Act, 1999 (section 4) following Punishment shall be imposed –
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Punishment with imprisonment for a term which may extend to two years.
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A fine which may extend to Rs. 10,000/-
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To ensure compliance with the provision of UGC regulation 2009 (rule 9.1) at the institution level. Following action shall be taken-
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Rustication from the department, debarring from admission to any other institution.
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Debarring from examination. With holding results.
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Withdrawal of scholarship/fellowship.
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Expulsion from hostel.
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To monitor and oversee the performance of anti-ragging squad in prevention of ragging in the institution.
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Anti ragging Squad – To be nominated by the head of the institute with the representation as may be considered necessary from the campus community only.
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To publicize Anti-ragging posters, notices & pamphlets in the institution premises.
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To make surprise raids in girls and boys common rooms and other places vulnerable to incidents of and having the potential of ragging.
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To conduct on the spot enquiry in to any incident of ragging.
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Students & their parents need to submit anti-ragging undertaking.
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The committee will also maintain alert vigil at all times and ensure that the Anti-ragging squads of the institution carry out their functions properly.