(1) The Vyavasthapana Parishad may institute and confer such degrees, diplomas, certificates and the academic distinctions as may be recommended by the Vidvat-Parishad.
(2) The Kuladhipati may, on the recommendation of the Vyavasthapana Parishad and the Vidvat-Parishad, supported by a majority of not less than two-third members of each such authority, present at its meeting, such majority comprising not less than one-half of members of each such authority, withdraw the degree or diploma or certificate or any other academic distinction permanently or for such period as the Kulaguru thinks fit, if such a person is convicted by a court of law for any offence involving moral turpitude, no such action under this section shall be taken unless the person concerned is given an opportunity to defend himself.