No Exam No Degree: Supreme Court of India

The Apex court's verdict over the cancellation of Final Year exams in universities of India is has been reviewed by the Supreme Court of India. In their review verdict, the SC upheld the decision of UGC & declared that there can not be degree granted without exams. Owing to the ongoing pandemic situation disaster management act has been in rule for most of the states in the country. Under this act, authorities can delay the exams for keeping the health & safety of the students in consideration. However, SC has made it clear that academic evaluation is an essential element in the education system & degree can only be granted if the student has performed as per the standards. Hence, UGC has been advised to be discreet & manage the examination process under the relevant situation in various universities & colleges in the country.