Special Cell for SC/ST/Anti Discrimination Cell
Policy of the College
The policy of our college for SC/ST students is designed to ensure equal opportunities, create an inclusive environment and address the specific needs and concerns of the students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) communities. This policy aims to foster academic excellence, personal growth and social well being while promoting diversity in our institution.
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The college is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants, irrespective of their social background. Admissions will be based solely on merit and qualifications and there will be no discrimination based on caste or tribe.
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The college adheres to the government mandated reservation policy for SC/ ST students in admission ensuring that a certain percentage of seats are reserved for eligible candidates.
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The college has a robust grievance redressal mechanism to address any complaints of discrimination or harassment faced by SC/ST students. Such cases will be handled with utmost confidentiality, sensitivity and promptness.
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The college will regularly monitor the academic progress and overall well being of SC/ST students to identify and address any challenges they might face.
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The SC/ST policy will be periodically reviewed and updated to align with changing needs and circumstances.
SC/ST Committee
As per the Provisions laid down by the Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989, Act No. 33 of 1989, dated 11/09/1989 and as per the UGC directives to be adhered and followed by the Educational Institute in this regard, SC/ST Committee has been formed in our college. The SC/ST Committee at St John’s College is committed to promoting a diverse, inclusive and equitable environment on campus. We strive to provide a safe space for students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) communities. Our committee is dedicated to ensuring that all students have equal access to educational opportunities and resources, irrespective of their background.
Our mission is to foster a campus culture that celebrates diversity, encourages dialogue and address the unique challenges faced by SC/ ST students. We aim to create an atmosphere where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to thrive academically and socially. Incidents of discrimination or harassment will be taken seriously and appropriate actions will be taken to address such issues.
Objectives
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To provide a supportive platform for SC/ST students to express their concerns, seek guidance and share their experiences.
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To foster empathy, understanding and promote unity.
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To collaborate with college authorities to advocate for policies that promote equal opportunities, eliminate discrimination and protect the rights of SC/ST students.
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To work towards creating a discrimination free campus.
The members of the SC/ST Committee are Dr Dhanya Ramachandran (Convener), Dr Sibi C Babu, Mr Arun M George, Dr Kaladevi Dr Kaladevi V, Dr Limna Raj B P, Dr Tony Philip, Dr Anoosh Varghese, Ms Bainy George and Dr Sunitha Grace Zacharia.
OBC Welfare and Grievance Committee
To adhere to the guidelines of Government of India and following the directions issued by UGC, the Scheduled Caste/ Scheduled Tribes/ Other Backward Caste committee in the institution is constituted to ensure the continued welfare of the reserved category. The committee also acts as a redressal forum for the students and employees belonging to the OBC category to reach out in case of any grievances that they may face.
Objectives of the Committees
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To ensure, there is no caste based discrimination in the institution.
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To take up measures for achieving the objectives and targets laid down by the Government of India for the OBC students and employees.
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Guide the OBC students of the institute to optimally utilize the benefits of the the schemes offered by the State governments, Government of India (GOI) and UGC.
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Sensitize all the sectors of the teaching/ non teaching staff towards the Constitutional mandate, UGC guidelines for the Cell and its functioning at St John’s College, Anchal.
Functions
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To deal with the representations from Other Backward Castes candidates regarding their admission, recruitment, promotion and other similar matters in the institution.
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To circulate Government of India orders and Commission’s decisions and to collect information in respect of appointment, training of these communities in teaching and non teaching posts in the institution in suitable forms by a stipulated date and take followup action where required.
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To collect reports and information regarding the GOI orders and the various aspects of education, training and employment of Other Backward Castes candidates for evolving new policies or modify existing policy by the commission.
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To monitor the working of the remedial coaching scheme in the institution.
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To analyse information on admissions, education, training and employment of OBC and prepare reports and digests for onward transmission to the Ministry of Human Resource Development/ University Grants Commission and such other authorities ass may be required.
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To maintain a register for grievances of OBC in the institution for the members belonging to these communities.
Process of Submitting the complaint
Any aggrieved employee / student belonging to the reserved category can reach out to the Committee
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Through the online portal provided on the website of the institution or
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By lodging a complaint in the register kept with the Principal’s office.
Grievance Mechanism
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On receiving a complaint, the Committee shall commence a meeting within fifteen days of receipt of complaint.
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The committee shall fix a date of hearing the complaint which shall be communicated to the aggrieved person.
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The aggrieved party may either appear in person or submit written averments of his/her case before the Committee.
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The Committee shall report its findings to the Principal with reccommendations if any, within a period of thirty days.
OBC Wefare and Grievance Committee
A committee is constituted in accordance with the government policy and will look into sexual harassment, if any, and takess necessary action. Dr Nisha Thomas (Chairperson), Dr Mini Mol S (Convener), Dr Sibi C Babu, Dr Lalitha Joseph, Dr Ronie Thomas, Ms Sonu L Johnson and Dr Daisy Samuel are the members.
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