Code of Conduct

Here is a standardized Government Arts and Commerce College Kathlal, Dist: Kheda (Gujarat) – Code of Conduct applicable to Students, Faculty (Teaching Staff), and Administrative and Non-Teaching Staff, prepared based on UGC Professional Ethics, Sardar Patel University statutes, and commonly adopted Gujarat Higher Education Department Government College rules followed across Gujarat higher education institutions. You can directly use this for college handbook, NAAC report, IQAC document, or institutional policy.

  1. Preamble:

Government Arts and Commerce College, Kathlal, Dist: Kheda in Gujarat function under the guidelines of the Higher Education Department, Government of Gujarat, University Grants Commission (UGC), and affiliating universities.

  • This Code of Conduct aims to:

  1. Maintain discipline and ethical behavior

  2. Promote academic excellence

  3. Ensure professional integrity

  4. Create a safe, inclusive and respectful campus environment

All members of the institution are required to follow these rules strictly.

2. Code of Conduct for Students:

2.1 Academic Discipline:

  • Students shall:

  1. Attend classes regularly and maintain required attendance.

  2. Be punctual in lectures, tutorials, practicals, and examinations.

  3. Follow academic instructions issued by teachers and the Principal.

  4. Use free periods for academic or library activities.

  5. Students must follow college and university regulations regarding discipline and conduct.

2.2 Behaviour and Ethics:

Students shall:

  1. Maintain dignity and decorum inside and outside campus.

  2. Respect teachers, staff and fellow students.

  3. Avoid ragging, harassment, or discriminatory behavior.

  4. Maintain silence and discipline in classrooms and library.

2.3 Campus Responsibilities

  • Students must:

  1. Protect college property and infrastructure.

  2. Carry valid Identity Card inside campus.

  3. Park vehicles only in designated areas.

  4. Follow examination rules strictly.

  5. Damage to college property may invite disciplinary action.

2.4 Prohibited Activities

  • Students shall not:

  1. Engage in violence, misconduct, or indiscipline.

  2. Use unfair means in examinations.

  3. Bring intoxicants or prohibited substances.

  4. Participate in political or unlawful activities inside campus.

2.5 Disciplinary Action

  • Violation may lead to:

  1. Warning or fine

  2. Suspension

  3. Rustication

  4. Debarment from examination (as per university rules)

3. Code of Conduct for Faculty (Teaching Staff):

Faculty members shall follow UGC Code of Professional Ethics, applicable to university and college teachers.

3.1 Professional Responsibilities

  • Faculty shall:

  1. Maintain integrity, honesty, and devotion to duty.

  2. Prepare lectures and conduct teaching effectively.

  3. Encourage research, innovation, and student learning.

  4. Participate in academic and administrative duties.

  5. Teachers are expected to perform teaching, research, and institutional responsibilities with dedication.

3.2 Behavioural Standards

  • Faculty members shall:

  1. Treat students and colleagues with respect and fairness.

  2. Avoid discrimination based on caste, religion, gender, or region.

  3. Maintain professional relationships with students.

  4. Promote discipline and ethical values.

    1. Institutional Responsibilities

  • Faculty must: Follow orders of competent authorities.

  1. Participate in examinations, admissions, and college committees.

  2. Maintain confidentiality of institutional information.

  3. Uphold reputation of the institution.

 

 

  1. Prohibited Conduct

  • Faculty shall not:

  1. Use political or external influence for service matters.

  2. Engage in misconduct or harassment.

  3. Neglect assigned duties.

  4. Misuse official position.

  5. Government circulars warn staff against using political influence in administrative matters, with disciplinary action for violations.

  6. Code of Conduct for Administrative / Non-Teaching Staff:

Administrative staff play a vital role in institutional functioning.

  1. Professional Conduct:

  • Staff shall:

  1. Maintain honesty, integrity, and punctuality.

  2. Follow office timings and assigned duties.

  3. Cooperate with faculty and administration.

  4. Provide courteous service to students and parents.

  5. Administrative personnel must maintain ethical standards and confidentiality.

    1. Workplace Behaviour

    • Staff shall:

  6. Maintain confidentiality of official records.

  7. Avoid misuse of official information.

  8. Respect hierarchy and institutional rules.

  9. Promote harmonious work culture.

    1. Prohibited Activities

    • Administrative staff shall not:

  10. Disclose confidential information.

  11. Engage in corruption or misconduct.

  12. Show discriminatory or abusive behavior.

  13. Common Code Applicable to All:

    • All members of the college shall:

  • Follow Government of Gujarat and University regulations.

  1. Maintain campus cleanliness and discipline.

  2. Prevent sexual harassment and discrimination.

  3. Support inclusive and safe educational environment.

  4. Uphold institutional values and public trust.

  5. Enforcement:

  • The Principal shall be the competent authority for implementation.

  • Disciplinary committees may investigate violations.

  • Punishment shall be as per Government and University norms.

  1. Undertaking

  • Every student, faculty member, and staff shall be deemed to have accepted this Code of Conduct upon joining the institution.

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ANTI RAGGING CELL

Government Arts and Commerce College, Kathlal has zero-tolerance towards ragging in any form. Any individual who is subjected to ragging by any student or any other person can report the incident to the any member/Convener of Anti-Ragging Committee or Head of the Institute. The Anti-Ragging Committee will take prompt and appropriate action on receipt of the complaint in line with the guidance issued by UGC.

We recognise such events and programs to make bond between freshers and seniors.

An Anti-Ragging Committee is constituted in this college to prevent ragging and to take Anti-
Ragging measures as per the guidelines issued by the Supreme Court of India & UGC.

Anti-Ragging Committee will be the supervisory and advisory committee in preserving a
Culture of Ragging Free Environment in the college Campus. The main objectives of this cell
are as follows:

  • To aware the students of dehumanizing effect of ragging inherent in its perversity.
  • To keep a continuous watch and vigil over ragging to prevent its occurrence and recurrence.
  • Promptly and stringently deal with the incidents of ragging brought to our notice. 

Anti-Ragging Cell:

NoNameDesignationContact No.
1Dr. Divyanath ShuklaChairperson9408397599
2Dr. Jimmy PrajapatiCo-ordinator7990334727
3Dr. Keyur MakwanaCo-coordinator8511713713
Anti-Ragging Help Line Number: 1800-180-5522

As per the order of Supreme Court of India and subsequent Notification from University Grants Commission (UGC), ragging constitutes one or more of any intention by any student or group of students on: 

  • Any act of Indiscipline, Teasing or Handling with Rudeness.
  • Any act that Prevents, Disrupts the Regular Academic Activity.
  • Any activity which is likely to cause Annoyance, hardship, Psychological Harm or
    creates Fear or Apprehension.
  • Any Act of Financial Extortion or Forceful Expenditure.
  • Any Act of Physical Abuse causing Assault, Harm or danger to Health.
  • Any Act of abuse by spoken words, emails, SMS or public insult etc.
  • Any Act of injury or infringement of the fundamental right to the human dignity.
  • Any Act of Wrongful Confinement, Kidnapping, molesting or committing unnatural offences, use of criminal forces, trespass or intimidation.
  • Any unlawful assembly or conspiracy to ragging 

Punishment:
Any student or group of students found guilty of ragging in the campus or even outside the

  • campus shall be liable to one or more of the following punishments.
  • Debarring from appearing in any sessional test / University Examination
  • Suspension from attending classes and academic privileges
  • Withdrawing scholarships and other benefits
  • Suspension from the college
  • Cancellation of the admission
  • Withholding the results
Dr. Jimmy Prajapati

Dr. Jimmy Prajapati

Co-ordinator
CYBER CELL / CAWACH KENDRA