The Honourable Supreme Court has made it unequivocally clear that ragging in any form is strictly prohibited and must be prevented with stern action.

⚖️ Legal Directives & Strict Enforcement

• Any act of ragging, whether on campus, in hostels, or elsewhere, will be treated as a criminal offense.
• The Principal/Warden is required to immediately report any such incident to the nearest police station without waiting for a formal complaint.
• The Government & Supreme Court have mandated that any lapse in enforcing these rules will be seriously viewed, and strict action will be taken against responsible authorities if found negligent.
• It is the personal responsibility of the officer in charge of the institution to enforce anti-ragging measures strictly.

📜 Regulatory Framework

This policy is in accordance with:
✔️ Supreme Court Directives on Ragging (2007)
✔️ Supreme Court Judgment on Ragging (2009)
✔️ UGC Regulations to Curb the Menace of Ragging (2009)

At E.M.E.A College, our mission is to provide quality education while upholding high standards and values. We are committed to fostering independent thinking and ensuring a supportive academic environment for all students.

🔹 How Are Grievances Addressed?

The Grievance Redressal Cell is responsible for handling and resolving student grievances effectively. Students can submit their concerns through:

📮 Complaint Box – Installed on campus for students to drop their grievances.
📧 Email – Send complaints to mail@emeacollege.ac.in.
🖥️ Online Complaint Forum – Register grievances through the college website.

🚀 The college authority ensures prompt action on all complaints to maintain a positive and inclusive campus environment.

⚖️ Constitution of the Grievance Redressal Committee

The Students’ Grievance Redressal Committee consists of:

👥 Committee Members

👤 Principal (Chairperson)
📑 Controller of Examinations
📚 College Librarian
🎓 Senior Staff Members
🏅 Physical Director (UG & PG Students)

📅 This committee meets every semester to review and address students' concerns.

🎯 Objectives of the Grievance Redressal Cell

✅ Provide a Platform – Allow students to voice concerns about academic and non-academic issues.
✅ Resolve Grievances – Ensure fair and effective redressal of complaints.
✅ Promote a Positive Environment – Strengthen relationships among students, faculty, and staff to maintain a harmonious and supportive campus.

As per the guidelines of UGC, NAAC, and the Supreme Court, EMEA College has established an Anti-Sexual Harassment Cell to ensure a safe, healthy, and inclusive environment for all staff and students.

🎯 Objectives of the Cell

The cell is constituted to:
✅ Develop guidelines and policies against sexual harassment.
✅ Establish principles and procedures to combat sexual harassment.
✅ Implement short-term and long-term action plans for prevention and redressal.

🔹 Functions & Responsibilities of the Committee

👥 Awareness & Prevention

• Organize awareness programs and campaigns on sexual harassment and gender-based discrimination.
• Promote gender equality and work towards eliminating gender bias, discrimination, and violence.

⚖️ Compliance & Implementation

• Adhere to the directives of the Supreme Court in ensuring a harassment-free academic and workplace environment.

📩 Complaint Handling & Redressal

• Receive and address complaints from any member of the College, including:
  • 👩‍🎓 Students
    🔬 Research Scholars
    👨‍🏫 Staff Members
    🏠 Hostel Residents
    🚶‍♂️ Visitors on Campus Conduct formal inquiries and investigations into complaints.
• Recommend appropriate action or punishment based on the findings.

🛠️ Support & Confidentiality

• Provide access to professional guidance or expert consultation when required.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all matters related to complaints, investigations, and proceedings.

📌 Students must strictly follow the disciplinary rules. Ignorance is not an excuse.

• 📰 Check the notice board daily for important updates.
• 👔 Maintain decency and decorum at all times.
• ⚠️ Violating rules may lead to disciplinary action, including dismissal.

🏛️ 2. Campus Discipline

• 🙏 Show respect to the Principal, faculty, staff, and fellow students.
• 🚫 Alcohol, drugs, cigarettes, and intoxicants are strictly prohibited.

🆔 3. Identity Cards

• 🎟️ Students must wear their identity cards on campus.
• ✅ Payments, certificates, and mark lists will be issued only upon presenting an ID.
• 🔄 Return ID cards before claiming caution deposits or requesting certificates.

🚫 4. Anti-Ragging Policy

• ❌ Ragging is strictly prohibited as per the Supreme Court.
• 📞 Any incident must be reported immediately to the police.
• ⚖️ Offenders will face severe disciplinary and legal action.

👕 5. Dress Code

• 👚 Students must dress modestly and appropriately.
• ❌ Dhoti, sleeveless tops, round-neck T-shirts, and slogan-printed clothing are not allowed.

📵 6. Mobile Phone Policy

• 🚷 Mobile phone usage is restricted.
• 🔴 Violations will result in confiscation and disciplinary action.

🚷 7. Restriction on Outsiders

• ❗ Outsiders are not allowed without Principal’s permission.
• 👨‍👩‍👧 Only parents/guardians may visit with approval.

📜 8. General Rules

• 🚫 No unauthorized meetings, strikes, or fund collections.
• 🏛️ Political organizations are not allowed on campus.
• 🚷 No protests, slogan shouting, or disruptive activities.
• 📌 Do not post notices or posters without permission.
• 📖 Spend free time in the library or reading room.
• 🚪 Students must seek permission before leaving class.
• ⚠️ Disciplinary action includes fines, suspension, or compulsory Transfer Certificate (TC).

🏠 Hostel Rules

• 🎥 CCTV cameras are installed for security.
• 🚫 Public & former students need valid reasons to enter campus.
• 🎉 Unauthorized DJ nights, paid events, or fund collection are banned.
• 🚔 Police will be informed about festival celebrations in advance.

📣 9. Organizational Activities of Students

• ⚖️ Student organizational activities are restricted as per the Kerala High Court ruling.
• 📆 All celebrations must be approved at least five working days in advance.
• 🚗 Vehicles are not allowed during campus celebrations.
• ⚠️ Anti-institutional, anti-national, or immoral activities are strictly prohibited.

🚗 10. Vehicle Regulations

• 🅿️ Students must obtain a parking permit to bring vehicles on campus.
• ♿ Special parking permits are available for disabled students.
• ❌ No parking in unauthorized areas, pathways, or blockages.
• 🚲 Motorbikes and bicycles must be parked in designated areas.

🔬 11. Laboratory Rules

• 🤫 Maintain silence and discipline in all labs.
• 🧼 Keep the lab clean and organized.
• ⚙️ Handle equipment carefully and do not remove items.
• 🚨 Damages or theft will result in strict action and fines.
• 📖 Logbooks must be signed at the start of lab sessions.

As per Government Order (RT) No. 346/05/H.Edn., dated 01-03-2005, an Ethics Committee has been constituted to monitor and enforce the ban on mobile phones, strikes, and other restricted activities on campus.

This committee works in collaboration with:
✅ College PTA
✅ Staff Members
✅ Students’ Union
✅ Management Committee
✅ NSS & NCC
✅ Local Authorities

🛠 Role of the Ethics Committee

• Ensure strict implementation of the government’s directives.
• Maintain discipline and ethical conduct among students and staff.
• Collaborate with various stakeholders to create a harmonious and rule-abiding campus environment.