UGC New Rules 2026: What Are Equity Regulations
27 Jan 2026
The government announced new UGC regulations to curb caste-based discrimination at campuses
Under the Equity Regulations, institutions are required to establish an Equal Opportunity Centre (EOC)
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The centre will handle complaints and work towards inclusion for disadvantaged groups
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These regulations came following a Supreme Court order
The petition was filed by the mothers of Rohith Vemula and Payal Tadvi
The move has triggered protests from upper caste or General category students
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The students argue that no separate provisions have been made for them
Protesters also alleged that the regulations could lead to an increase in complaints
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