IPR 2009: Integration of IPR into Technical Education

The IPR cell of SDM College of Engineering & Technology conducted a day long workshop IPR 2009 on 16th May 2009. The objective of the event was to create among top decision makers awareness and appreciation of the importance of Intellectual property rights in the context of technical education and to enable the institutional heads and management to learn from the experience of experts and institutional members who have successfully implemented IPR in their institutions. Decisions makers such as Principals and management members from neighboring engineering colleges were invited for the event. In the inaugural function, Prof. Dr. H B Khincha, Vice Chancellor, VTU Belgaum in his keynote addressed the importance and challenge of implementing IPR practices in multi-campus institutions. The VC also stressed the role of industry and government agencies help in promoting IPR culture. Mr. Jeenendra Prasad Ariga, Secretary, SDME Society, Dharwad was the chief guest. Dr. M N S Rao, Principal,/Director welecome the gathering Mr. Ravindra Dastikop, program coordinator spoke about the objectives of the event. Dr. Prabhudda Gangluli, CEO, Vision-IPR, Mumbai explained a special model IPRInternalise developed and implemented in more than a dozen technical institutions in Maharashtra. The model is simple and cost effective. Dr. Prof. Abhyankar, Principal and Dr. Prof. Jabade of Vishwakarma institute of Technology shared their experiences in implementing the IPR model in their campus. In the panel discussion titled Innovation in Institutions: why and how- six IPR experts – Dr. B S Chandrashekhar, Shell Tech, Bangalore, Dr. D H Rao, Principal, GIT Belgaum, Dr. Arvind Vishwanathan, Xellectip, Bangalore, Prof. Jabade, VIT, Pune, Dr. Vijay Yaram, General Electric, Bangalore and Dr. Praveer Gupta, Innovation, Bangalore discussed various dimension of institutional innovation process, obstacles, and opportunities. Dr. M N S Rao. Principal/Director of the college gave the concluding remarks. Ravindra Dastikop, Program coordinator honored the resource persons.

Can Competent Authority refuse the request?

The Competent Authority can refuse the request if the information sought is covered by one of the clauses given above. In such cases replies are sent in writing giving reasons for rejection. They are also advised to file an appeal if they so desire.

Can Competent Authority refuse the request?

The Competent Authority can refuse the request if the information sought is covered by one of the clauses given above. In such cases replies are sent in writing giving reasons for rejection. They are also advised to file an appeal if they so desire.

What are the penalty provisions for delay or supply of wrong information?

Whosoever being bound to supply the information fails to furnish the information asked for under the Act within the time specified or fails to communicate the rejection order shall be liable to pay a penalty of Rs. 50/- per day for delayed period beyond the 30 days subject to a maximum of Rs. 500/- per application.

In case the information supplied is found to be false in any material particular and which the person bound to supply it knows or has reasonable cause to believe it to be false or does not believe it to be true, the person supplying the information shall be liable to pay a penalty of Rs.1000/- per application.

It may be clarified that the amount of penalty will go to government revenue and not to the applicant.

What kind of information can be denied?

The following type of information can, however, be withheld:-

· Information, which will be against the interest of sovereignty and integrity of India or security of National Capital Territory of Delhi.

· Information relating to personal matters of individual leading to invasion of personal privacy.

· Trade and commerce secrets.

· Information, which may endanger the life and physical safety of any person.

· Cabinet papers and records relating to deliberations of the Council of Ministers.

· Minutes of advice, opinion and recommendations in taking executive decisions.

· Information, which may constitute a breach of privilege of Parliament or Legislative Assembly etc.

What are the penalty provisions for delay or supply of wrong information?

Whosoever being bound to supply the information fails to furnish the information asked for under the Act within the time specified or fails to communicate the rejection order shall be liable to pay a penalty of Rs. 50/- per day for delayed period beyond the 30 days subject to a maximum of Rs. 500/- per application.

In case the information supplied is found to be false in any material particular and which the person bound to supply it knows or has reasonable cause to believe it to be false or does not believe it to be true, the person supplying the information shall be liable to pay a penalty of Rs.1000/- per application.

It may be clarified that the amount of penalty will go to government revenue and not to the applicant.

What kind of information can be denied?

The following type of information can, however, be withheld:-

· Information, which will be against the interest of sovereignty and integrity of India or security of National Capital Territory of Delhi.

· Information relating to personal matters of individual leading to invasion of personal privacy.

· Trade and commerce secrets.

· Information, which may endanger the life and physical safety of any person.

· Cabinet papers and records relating to deliberations of the Council of Ministers.

· Minutes of advice, opinion and recommendations in taking executive decisions.

· Information, which may constitute a breach of privilege of Parliament or Legislative Assembly etc.

Can an appeal be filed in case of delay or non-supply of information or giving false information?

An appeal can be filed before the Public Grievance Commission, for delay, or giving false information. The appeal can be filed with in 30 days in Form E along with a fee of Rs.50/-.

In case appeal is allowed, the Competent Authority shall supply the information to the applicant within such period as ordered by the Appellate Authority. This period shall not exceed 30 days from the date of receipt of the order.

Can an appeal be filed in case of delay or non-supply of information or giving false information?

An appeal can be filed before the Public Grievance Commission, for delay, or giving false information. The appeal can be filed with in 30 days in Form E along with a fee of Rs.50/-.

In case appeal is allowed, the Competent Authority shall supply the information to the applicant within such period as ordered by the Appellate Authority. This period shall not exceed 30 days from the date of receipt of the order.

What is the time frame for supplying information?

The Government will make its endeavor to provide the information in 15 days subject to a maximum of 30 days.

What is the time frame for supplying information?

The Government will make its endeavor to provide the information in 15 days subject to a maximum of 30 days.

What is the Application Fee?

A nominal application fee of Rs. 25/- per application is charged for supply of information. In addition, a sum of Rs. 5/- per page is charged for supply of information, if the information runs in more than one page. The application fee is to be deposited with the designated official in the office of Competent Authority

What is the Application Fee?

A nominal application fee of Rs. 25/- per application is charged for supply of information. In addition, a sum of Rs. 5/- per page is charged for supply of information, if the information runs in more than one page. The application fee is to be deposited with the designated official in the office of Competent Authority

How to access information?

How to access information?

Information can be accessed in two ways:-

i) Information published by departments/government bodies from time to time.

ii) By making an application to designated officer of the department or government body.

It is compulsory for each public authority to publish the information in the form of booklets, pamphlets, folders at periodic intervals, apart from putting them on their website:-

How to access information other than published ones through application?

Filing of Application:

A person seeking information may file an application in Form “A” with the Competent Authority either in writing or by email giving particulars of the information being sought. Forms are available free of cost with the Competent Authorities. A copy of the form is annexed to this brochure. The format can be used for filing handwritten applications or sending it through email.

Where to apply:

The Government has notified a number of its officers as “Competent Authority". They are accountable for implementation of the act in each department/agency. The applications can be given to the respective Competent Authorities for getting the information. A list of the Competent Authorities is given in this brochure.

In case the competent authority is not available in his/her room the application can be given to his/her personal staff and they will give receipt of the fee deposited. They can’t refuse to accept the application.

Procedure for sending requests by e-mail:

In case a request is made in electronic format (by e-mail) then the requisite application fee has to be paid in cash within a period of seven days from the date of request. In case fee is not deposited then the request will be treated as withdrawn.

How to access information other than published ones through application?

Filing of Application:

A person seeking information may file an application in Form “A” with the Competent Authority either in writing or by email giving particulars of the information being sought. Forms are available free of cost with the Competent Authorities. A copy of the form is annexed to this brochure. The format can be used for filing handwritten applications or sending it through email.

Where to apply:

The Government has notified a number of its officers as “Competent Authority". They are accountable for implementation of the act in each department/agency. The applications can be given to the respective Competent Authorities for getting the information. A list of the Competent Authorities is given in this brochure.

In case the competent authority is not available in his/her room the application can be given to his/her personal staff and they will give receipt of the fee deposited. They can’t refuse to accept the application.

Procedure for sending requests by e-mail:

In case a request is made in electronic format (by e-mail) then the requisite application fee has to be paid in cash within a period of seven days from the date of request. In case fee is not deposited then the request will be treated as withdrawn.

How to access information?

How to access information?

Information can be accessed in two ways:-

i) Information published by departments/government bodies from time to time.

ii) By making an application to designated officer of the department or government body.

It is compulsory for each public authority to publish the information in the form of booklets, pamphlets, folders at periodic intervals, apart from putting them on their website:-

What does right to information mean?

Right to information means right to access to information or material relating to the affairs of the National Capital Territory of Delhi excluding subjects such as land, law and order, police and DDA.
Right to Information includes: -

• The inspection of works, documents, records
• Taking notes, extracts; and
• Obtaining certified copies of documents or records
• Taking samples

What does right to information mean?

Right to information means right to access to information or material relating to the affairs of the National Capital Territory of Delhi excluding subjects such as land, law and order, police and DDA.
Right to Information includes: -

• The inspection of works, documents, records
• Taking notes, extracts; and
• Obtaining certified copies of documents or records
• Taking samples

About the Question & Answers Blog

This is a general blog meant for publishing questions and answers pertaining to courses that I teach. Question and answers will be posted as my class room progresses. The published questions and answers will then be linked to question banks of each of the course. The idea is to have one place for all questions and answers so that questions pertaining to one or more courses can be posted once and linked to one or more question banks. This way this blog will serve as a repository of question and answers.

About the Question & Answers Blog

This is a general blog meant for publishing questions and answers pertaining to courses that I teach. Question and answers will be posted as my class room progresses. The published questions and answers will then be linked to question banks of each of the course. The idea is to have one place for all questions and answers so that questions pertaining to one or more courses can be posted once and linked to one or more question banks. This way this blog will serve as a repository of question and answers.

New Age Paradigms: General

Paradigm is a conceptual position about something such as phenomenon. The phenomenon may be natural and man-made. For instance, in astronomy geocentric and heliocentric are two fundamentally different and diametrically opposite paradigms about relative positions of earth and sun. Evolving human minds constantly struggle to find out new paradigms to explain natural or man-made phenomenon such as technology. Newton's laws of motion, Galileo's laws pertaining to pendulum are two paradigmatic views of motion. Once a paradigm is widely accepted and it becomes a standard for practice and behavior. The occasional arrival of new paradigm invalidates the assumption of older paradigms and takes much more time for wider acceptance and practice. The valid assumptions of old paradigms continued to be practiced under new and changed atmosphere out of habit. This prevents total harnessing of new possibility. Such paradigms that have past their time and are no more valid or partially useful are called Paradigms of the past. I shall be listing and discussing some them elsewhere.