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.