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UGC's Rules for College Admission Don't Suit All
The New Indian Express Kannur
|January 09, 2025
"Education must not simply teach work; it must teach life." - W E B Du Bois
EDUCATION is not merely the acquisition of a degree but a transformative tool that empowers individuals and societies. In India, education is deeply intertwined with cultural, social and regional identities.
Against this backdrop, the University Grants Commission's (UGC) new rules for undergraduate and postgraduate admissions pose a serious challenge to Tamil Nadu's longstanding education policies and progressive ethos. These regulations, while ostensibly promoting flexibility and standardization, risk undermining the quality, equity and autonomy of higher education, particularly in states like TN, where policies cater to regional needs.
TN has consistently been a forerunner in education. Under Chief Minister M K Stalin, the state has introduced groundbreaking schemes in higher education. Initiatives like the Pudhumai Penn Scheme, providing financial aid to girls pursuing higher education, and high-tech college laboratories showcase the state's focus on access and quality. These efforts have significantly improved enrollment and reduced dropout among marginalized communities.
This story is from the January 09, 2025 edition of The New Indian Express Kannur.
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