Q. With reference to the regulations for foreign universities to set up and operate their campuses in India, consider the following statements:
1.Two or more than two universities can collaborate to set up a campus in India, provided each institution meets the eligibility criteria individually.
2.A foreign university cannot set up more than one campus in India.
3.The foreign universities are not allowed to open learning centers, study centres or franchises that may act as representative offices of the parent entity.
4. No programmes can be offered in Open and Distance Learning modes.
Which of the criteria listed above have been established by the Indian government for foreign universities looking to establish their campuses in India?
Explanation –
Statements 1, 3, and 4 are correct. A foreign university looking to establish campus in India should be: Ranked among the top 500 universities in the world according to a list approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC). It must be ranked among the top 500 universities in a specific subject according to a list approved by the UGC. It must have exceptional expertise in a particular field, as determined by the UGC.
Two or more than two universities can collaborate to set up campuses in India, provided each institution meets the eligibility criteria individually. In case a Foreign University wants to receive or utilize foreign contributions, it will have to obtain registration or prior permission under the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010.
The foreign universities are not allowed to open learning centers, study centres or franchises that may act as representative offices of the parent entity.
No programmes can be offered online or in Open and Distance Learning modes. However, lectures in online mode not exceeding 10% of the programme requirements are allowed.
Statement 2 is incorrect. Each foreign university can set up more than one campus in India. However, they shall make a separate application for each proposed campus to the UGC.
Source: ForumIAS
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