The Economic Times

UGC row: Why are upper-caste communities calling new rules as kala kanoon? What are the guidelines? Heres all

UGC row news: India's University Grants Commission has introduced new regulations to combat caste-based discrimination on campuses, mandating institutions to establish special committees and helplines. This move follows a significant rise in complaints. However, the framework faces criticism from some students who fear it could lead to unfair accusations and campus disruption.