Title
The name of the society shall be the “Urological Association of Uttar Pradesh”, hereafter referred to as “The Society”.
Registered Office
The Registered Office of the Society shall be at Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.
Objectives
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To promote high standards in the practice of Urology.
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To associate together in one corporate body all scientific personnel actively interested in the practice of Urology in Uttar Pradesh.
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To foster high and uniform standards in Postgraduate training in Urology.
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To promote research in Urology or other disciplines for improving the practice of Urology.
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To promote, establish or support any institution, scientific association or research organization directed towards raising the standards of Urological practice or teaching or research throughout the state of Uttar Pradesh.
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To promote the publication of scientific literature pertaining to Urological practice or research.
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To endeavour to establish and maintain liaison with other associations or organized bodies, in India or abroad, whose objects are in keeping with those of the Society.
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To carry out any other activities which are incidental or conducive to the furtherance of the objects of the Society.
Non-profit clause: All income, earnings, movable and immovable properties of the Society shall be solely utilized towards the promotion of its aims and objects. No profit shall be paid or transferred to any present or past member of the Society.
Membership
Members shall be registered medical practitioners (Allopathy) and be practicing Urology. There shall be the following classes of membership:
Full Members — Life
- Surgeons holding recognized postgraduate qualifications in Urology (M.Ch. Urology, DNB Urology or foreign equivalents) practicing urological specialty in Uttar Pradesh at the time of their election.
- Only Full members of the Urological Society of India (USI) are eligible to become full members of the Society.
Associate Members — Life
- Qualified Surgeons in India interested in Urology and devoting part of their time in practice/teaching of Urology.
- Consultants of other disciplines of Medicine practicing in Uttar Pradesh or any other part of India, having postgraduate qualifications, and professionally related to Urology.
Trainee Members — Life
- Postgraduate students admitted to M.Ch. (Urology) or DNB (Genitourinary Surgery). After obtaining full USI membership, they will be eligible for full membership of the Society.
International Members — Life
- Qualified Urologists residing and practicing in a foreign country having residence, training, or roots in Uttar Pradesh.
Honorary Members
- Urological Surgeons of good standing in foreign countries who have shown an interest and whose contribution to Urology in India is of exceptional merit.
- The number of such members at any given time shall not exceed fifteen.
Mode of Election
For all membership categories (Full, Associate, Trainee, International, and Honorary), nominees shall be sponsored by two Full members of the Society and elected by the Council.
Rights of Members
Only Full Members shall be eligible to vote at any Annual or Special General Meeting.
All classes of members shall have the right to attend any Scientific or General Meeting of the Society.
Cessation of Membership
Resignation
Any member may resign at any time by serving a notice in writing to the Honorary Secretary. Resignation shall not relieve the member of responsibility to pay any dues prior to ceasing to be a member.
Arrears
Any member whose subscription is in arrears for the first six months of the financial year and has been duly notified shall forfeit his membership. Re-election may be considered upon formal application after all dues are paid.
Incorrect Information
The Council shall have the right to terminate membership or alter the class of any individual member if it is subsequently found that material facts supplied in the application were incorrect.
Unprofessional Conduct
The Council may terminate membership of any member found guilty of unprofessional behaviour or working against the interest of the Society, provided the member is offered full opportunity to present his case. Termination must be confirmed at the Annual General Meeting by a two-third majority.
Appeal & Re-admission
Any member whose membership has been terminated may appeal for re-admission by submitting a formal written application to the Council through the Honorary Secretary, after all dues have been paid. The discretion of the Council shall be final.
Subscription
The Life membership subscription shall be as follows. All members of the Urological Association of Uttar Pradesh are Life members.
| Category | Fee | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Full Member | ₹4,000 | Life |
| Associate Member | ₹4,000 | Life |
| Trainee Member | ₹4,000 | Life |
| International Member | US $100 | Life |
| Honorary Member | Nil | — |
Financial Year
The financial year of the Society shall be 1st April to 31st March. The financial year shall close on 31st March every year. The Honorary Treasurer will be responsible for annual auditing of accounts by a qualified Chartered Accountant.
Bank Account
The bank account shall be operated by the Honorary Treasurer. All cheques shall be signed by two Officers of the Society, of whom one shall be the Honorary Treasurer and the other either the Honorary Secretary or any other Officer nominated for the year by the Council.
Officers of the Society
Officers of the Society shall be the President, President-Elect, Honorary Secretary and Honorary Treasurer. No member shall be eligible for election to any office unless he has completed in the past one full term as a member of the Council.
President
1 yearThe President-Elect for the given year automatically becomes the President for the next year. The President shall hold Office from the day following the termination of the Annual General Meeting at which he is installed, to the termination of the next Annual Meeting. Not eligible for immediate re-installation.
President-Elect
1 yearElected for one year. Automatically becomes the President the following year. Holds office from the day following termination of the Annual General Meeting at which elected, to termination of the next annual meeting.
Honorary Secretary
2 yearsElected for two years. Eligible for immediate re-election for one more term of two years (maximum two consecutive terms). Thereafter eligible for re-election after a lapse of 2 years. Responsible for day-to-day affairs, meeting summoning, minutes, member register, and annual report.
Honorary Treasurer
2 yearsElected for two years. Eligible for re-election for another term of two years (maximum two consecutive terms). Thereafter not eligible for immediate re-election for a period of 2 years. Responsible for all subscriptions, bills, audited accounts, and financial records.
Forfeiture: An Officer or Council Member who fails to attend two consecutive Council meetings without valid reason and without prior intimation will be deemed to have forfeited his post.
Executive Council
The Executive Council shall constitute elected and ex-officio members. The minimum strength of the executive committee including office bearers shall be ten.
Council Composition
- President
- President-Elect
- Honorary Secretary
- Honorary Treasurer
- Five Council Members (elected for 2 years)
- Immediate Past-President (ex-officio)
Council nominations shall be made by two Full members with written consent of the candidate. All nominations must reach the President-Elect at least four weeks before the Annual Meeting. The Council shall constitute the executive authority in all matters scientific, business, and financial. Five members shall constitute a quorum.
Meetings
The Annual General Meeting shall consist of two parts — business and scientific — held not later than ten months after the close of the financial year.
Agenda for Annual General Business Meeting
- 1To receive the report of the Council.
- 2To receive the report of the Honorary Treasurer and the audited statement of accounts and balance sheet.
- 3To approve new members to the Society as recommended by the Council.
- 4To elect Officers and members of the Council.
- 5To elect the auditors.
- 6To consider other business as the Council may determine.
- 7To consider any resolution or amendments to the rules submitted by members.
Quorum: Fifteen Full members constitute a quorum. If no quorum is formed at first instance, the meeting shall be dissolved and reassembled after 15 minutes, when no quorum shall be required.
Resolutions: Any member desirous of moving a resolution at the Annual General Meeting shall notify the same in writing to the Honorary Secretary at least six weeks before the date of such meeting.
Existing Assets & Accounts
The assets, liabilities, and other accounts of the existing association known as the Urological Association of Uttar Pradesh at the time of adoption of these rules and registration under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 shall be taken over by the Society, and the account shall continue to be operated in the same manner as earlier.
Dissolution
Any number not less than three-fifths of the members of the Society may determine that the Society shall be dissolved. Upon dissolution, all necessary steps shall be taken for disposal and settlement of property and liabilities. Any remaining property or funds shall be transferred to an institution with similar objectives, determined by a vote of not less than three-fifths of the members at the time of dissolution.
Amendments to Rules
Notice of any proposal to repeal, amend or add to the existing rules shall be forwarded to the Honorary Secretary in writing not later than six weeks before the date of the Annual General Meeting.
All proposed amendments shall be circulated to members by the Secretary at least two weeks prior to the meeting. No proposal shall be considered as passed unless it is carried by a majority of at least three-fifths of members present and voting.
Communication & Notices
All notices of the Society will be sent to Council members through their registered email addresses only. Emails sent and delivered will be considered sufficient notice.
Common notices to all members of the Society will be sent through registered emails and will also be posted on the official website of the Society. This will constitute sufficient notice.
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