Twinning and joint degree programmes – UGC NET Question

Statements A, B, D and E correctly describe such collaborative programmes. A is true because twinning explicitly splits study between home and partner institutions. B is true as joint or dual degrees are based on formal agreements. D is true since regulators prescribe norms for recognition and quality. E is true because these programmes provide international academic and cultural exposure. C is false because credits can be recognised under approved schemes, and F is false because unapproved collaborations may not be valid.

Option A:
Option A is correct because it includes all four true statements about structure, agreements, regulation and benefits, while excluding C and F, which over-restrict credit transfer or ignore approval requirements.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it adds C, which wrongly asserts that credits from foreign partners can never count towards Indian degrees.

Option C:
Option C is incorrect because it includes F, which claims that all collaborations are automatically valid, and omits A, thus not clarifying the basic nature of twinning.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it includes C, which denies the possibility of credit recognition, contradicting existing regulatory provisions.