The objects of the University shall be to disseminate and advance knowledge, wisdom and understanding by teaching and research and by the example and influence of its corporate life and towards this end the University shall-
1. The definition of “State Government” omitted by A.O. 1973 and again inserted vide H.P. Act No. 4 of 2004, effective from 22nd September, 2003.
2. Substituted for the words “Union Territory” by A.O. 1973.
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(i) advance learning and knowledge by teaching and research and by extension programmes so as to enable a student to obtain advantages of University education;
(ii) provide the right kind of leadership in all walks of life;
(iii) promote in the students and teachers an awareness and understanding of the social needs of the country and prepare them for fulfilling such needs;
(iv) take appropriate measures for promoting interdisciplinary studies in the University;
(v) foster the composite culture of India and establish such departments or institutions as may be required for the study and development of the languages, arts and culture of India;
(vi) make such provision for integrated courses in Humanities, Sciences and Technology in the educational programmes of the University;
(vii) make provision for the education of the rural people of Himachal Pradesh in different branches of study, particularly agriculture, horticulture, rural industry and business, and other allied subjects.