The University Grants Commission’s (UGC) decision to grant autonomy to 60 higher education institutions is a welcome step. What constitutes this autonomy and what is required to make it work? With the UGC stepping up to grant more autonomy, are there sufficient funds and enlightened leadership to make this work? Critics argue that autonomy is simply a ploy to increase fees and corporatise public education. A big impediment to the autonomy of universities is the manner in which its leaders are chosen.

Source: Indian Express March 29, 2018 18:33 UTC