State Autonomy

VIKSIT BHARAT SHIKSHA ADHISHTHAN BILL EXPLAINED

The VBSA Bill, 2025 proposes a single higher education regulator to implement NEP 2020, replacing UGC and AICTE. It promises outcome-based regulation and accountability but raises concerns over centralisation, institutional autonomy and transition challenges.

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IS FEDERALISM IN RETREAT UNDER SINGLE-PARTY HEGEMONY?

Concerns over Indian federalism's erosion stem from centralisation, citing fiscal policies, Governors' controversial roles, and central agency use. However, the judiciary protects states' rights, while institutions like the Finance Commission and NITI Aayog foster devolution, suggesting a strained but resilient cooperative federal structure.

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