Institutional autonomy dimensions – UGC NET Question

Statements A, B and D correctly capture major dimensions of institutional autonomy. A is true because academic autonomy involves freedom in curriculum and assessment design while respecting regulations. B is true as financial autonomy allows institutions to initiate programmes and collaborations within prescribed limits. D is true since graded autonomy is often linked to accreditation grades and performance. C, E and F are false because autonomous institutions are still subject to accreditation, their status can be reviewed, and autonomy is compatible with participatory governance.

Option A:
Option A is incorrect because it omits D, thus failing to indicate that autonomy levels are usually connected with performance and accreditation outcomes.

Option B:
Option B is correct as it combines A, B and D, the three true statements about academic and financial freedoms and their linkage with quality performance, while excluding C, E and F, which wrongly portray autonomy as non-accountable and anti-participatory.

Option C:
Option C is incorrect because it includes E, which claims autonomy is irrevocable, and omits A, so it does not clearly express the academic dimension of autonomy.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it includes C, which wrongly asserts that autonomy removes institutions from accreditation, contradicting quality assurance principles.