UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

NEP 2020 wants regulators to set clear basic standards on aspects like governance, financial probity and learning outcomes. Beyond that, HEIs should be free to innovate in curricula, teaching and research. This “light but tight” approach avoids over-regulation while preserving accountability.

Option A:
This option explains how regulation can be both limited and firm, as described in NEP.

Option B:
No regulation risks quality deterioration and exploitation.

Option C:
Heavy micro-control undermines innovation and is criticised by the policy.

Option D:
Fee-only regulation ignores the core academic mission of HEIs.