Protest against UGC rules. (file photo)
Jagran Bureau, New Delhi. After the Supreme Court's ban on the controversial parity rules of the University Grants Commission (UGC) and clear instructions to remove its shortcomings, a round of meetings were held in the Ministry of Education and the UGC on Friday.
During this time, keeping in mind the decision of the Supreme Court and its comments, there has been a detailed discussion on removing the shortcomings related to the rules.
Meanwhile, it is clear from the indications that the new equality rules can prominently include points that promote unity and harmony while avoiding points that promote discrimination in higher educational institutions.
discriminatory things will not be kept
However, it has not yet been made clear what its form will be. But it is believed that as per the original format, there will be discrimination against SC/ST as well as socially, educationally and economically backward students. Besides, the provision of taking action on wrong complaints can also be brought back.
Now it is certain that nothing will be included in the new rules which would show discrimination between children studying in the same institution. Also, if any case of discrimination comes up, it will be dealt with strictly. A strong mechanism is also being considered for this.
The case is to be heard on March 19
The next hearing in the Supreme Court has been fixed for March 19. According to sources, the Supreme Court's decision and observations regarding parity rules were listed in the meetings held at the top level in the Education Ministry and UGC.
Also now all these points will be discussed with experts and lawmakers. However, if experts are to be believed, if the agitation being carried out by different sections of the society does not stop, then a committee can be formed and this issue can be avoided for some time.
It is noteworthy that UGC had notified this bill on January 13, 2026 to eliminate discrimination in higher educational institutions.
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