SC/ST/OBC Grievance Cell
Introduction
Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes are among the most socially, economically and educationally backward groups in Indian society. The cell exists to support students from these communities and help bring them into the mainstream.
Declaration of Adoption
This policy was adopted on 1st August 2017 and shall remain in force until amended or replaced as per the procedure laid down in this policy.
Procedure for Amending this Policy
Amendments to the composition of the Cell or to the grounds for removal of members require a written reason and approval by a majority of its members. The Principal shall then carry out the change.
Extent of Autonomy
The Cell works independently. The Principal provides clerical, infrastructural and support staff as and when needed.
Objectives
- Counsel and guide SC/ST students on academic and personal issues.
- Ensure students feel safe and secure on the campus.
- Provide prompt counselling in emotional emergencies arising from campus events.
- Provide a mechanism to redress grievances of SC/ST students.
- Ensure the protections and reservations provided under the Constitution of India.
- Arrange special opportunities to support career growth.
- Inform students about State Government and UGC scholarship schemes.
- Carry out follow-up measures to meet Government of India and UGC targets.
Composition
A Coordinator appointed by the Principal, a faculty member, an administrative staff member and student members. Any BMSCL student may join; a student counts as a member for a term only after attending at least half of that term’s meetings.
Meetings & Quorum
The cell meets as required, often to plan events and programmes. Attendance is compulsory; quorum is two-thirds of the members expected to attend. Proceedings are signed by the Chairperson, members and Principal.