Pradhan: No Discrimination Under New UGC Guidelines
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assures no discrimination under new UGC guidelines, addressing protests. NSUI launches signature campaign in support.
Category : Higher Education
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New UGC regulations to curb caste-based discrimination in higher education have ignited protests, with critics fearing misuse against general category students. Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan reassures, while ABVP and NSUI voice concerns and suppor
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Pradhan: No Discrimination Under New UGC Equity Rules
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan defends UGC's 2026 equity regulations amid student protests, assuring no one will face discrimination or oppression under the new framework.
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Pradhan: No Misuse of UGC Anti-Discrimination Guidelines
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan assures new UGC guidelines won't be misused amid criticism and Supreme Court plea alleging discrimination against general category students.
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Pradhan: No Discrimination in New UGC Regulations
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan clarifies that the new UGC regulations will not allow discrimination or misuse of law, emphasizing fairness in higher education.
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