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Centre to Supreme Court on UGC Equity Rules, Considers Committee Formation
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 06 Nov 2026, 07:03 AM
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The Indian government has approached the Supreme Court regarding the University Grants Commission's equity rules, indicating a possible formation of a committee to review the guidelines.
The central government has taken the step to seek the Supreme Court's guidance on the UGC's recently introduced equity rules that aim to address reservation and inclusion in higher education.
In a formal communication, the Ministry of Education informed the court that it is contemplating the appointment of a committee to examine the implications of the UGC guidelines and recommend necessary adjustments.
The move comes after concerns were raised by various stakeholders about the implementation and impact of the equity rules on universities and students across the country.
The Supreme Court is expected to review the request and may set a timetable for the committee’s formation and mandate.
The government has emphasized that the objective is to ensure that the equity provisions are aligned with constitutional principles and national educational objectives.
In a formal communication, the Ministry of Education informed the court that it is contemplating the appointment of a committee to examine the implications of the UGC guidelines and recommend necessary adjustments.
The move comes after concerns were raised by various stakeholders about the implementation and impact of the equity rules on universities and students across the country.
The Supreme Court is expected to review the request and may set a timetable for the committee’s formation and mandate.
The government has emphasized that the objective is to ensure that the equity provisions are aligned with constitutional principles and national educational objectives.