The Students' Senate of IIT Kanpur is the central representative, legislative, and supervisory body of the students. As a crucial part of the Students' Gymkhana, it serves as the primary platform for student governance, ensuring that student voices are heard and reflected in the decision-making processes of the institute.
The Senate represents the collective will of the student community, regularly engaging with the General Body to gather feedback, provide a channel for expression, and consult on key issues affecting student life. In doing so, the Senate maintains a close connection with the student body, ensuring transparency and accountability in all its activities.
The Students' Senate has a multifaceted role:
Legislative: As the policy-making body of the Gymkhana, the Senate discusses and frames policies that shape various aspects of student life, from academics to campus culture.
Supervisory: The Senate supervises the work of the Executive wing of the Gymkhana, ensuring that the decisions taken are executed efficiently and in the best interests of the student body.
Representative: Serving as the voice of the students, the Senate works to address concerns, propose improvements, and drive initiatives that enhance the student experience at IIT Kanpur.
“For the purpose of
We, the students of Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur resolve to constitute a self governing democratic organization called Students’ Gymkhana and do hereby adopt this Constitution”
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