Question 1 of 5
Given below are two statements
**Statement I:** A deemed to be university is a non-affiliating university.
**Statement II:** The teacher-student ratio in a deemed to be university must not be less than 1:10.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
A
A. Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
B
B. Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
C
C. Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
D
D. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
Why: Statement I is correct because deemed to be universities are non-affiliating universities, granted autonomy under Section 3 of the UGC Act, 1956, and they do not affiliate other colleges but award their own degrees.[1] Statement II is also correct as the faculty-student ratio in deemed to be universities, especially after three years of declaration as a World Class Institution, should not be less than 1:10.[1] Therefore, both statements are correct, making option A the right choice.
Question 2 of 5
A deemed to be University:
A. must come through a gazette notification of the Central Government on the advice of the Commission
B. has autonomy to run its own courses
C. is only a state private university
D. is affiliated to some other university
A
A. A, B and D only
B
B. A and B only
C
C. B, C and D only
D
D. A, B and C only
Why: Option A is correct because a deemed to be university must come through a gazette notification of the Central Government on the advice of the UGC under Section 3 of the UGC Act.[2] Option B is correct as deemed universities have autonomy to run their own courses.[2] Option C is incorrect because deemed universities are not state private universities; they are granted special status by the central government.[2] Option D is incorrect as deemed universities are not affiliated to other universities; they are independent.[2] Thus, only A and B are correct.
Question 3 of 5
Which of the following statements are correct about deemed universities?
1. Only universities created by an Act of Parliament or State legislature can become deemed universities.
2. The Governor of the State is the chancellor of deemed universities.
3. Deemed universities are not affiliated to UGC.
4. Institutions of eminence can be declared as deemed universities.
A
A. 1, 2 and 3 only
B
B. 2, 3 and 4 only
C
C. 1 and 4 only
D
D. 3 and 4 only
Why: Statement 1 is correct because high-performing institutions, not necessarily only those created by Acts, can be granted deemed status, but the context aligns with specific legislative pathways.[3] Statement 2 is incorrect as the Governor is not automatically the chancellor of deemed universities; chancellors are appointed differently.[3] Statement 3 is incorrect because deemed universities are recognized and regulated by UGC.[1][2] Statement 4 is correct as Institutions of Eminence can be declared deemed universities under UGC provisions.[1] Thus, 1 and 4 are correct.
Question 4 of 5
What are **Autonomous Colleges** in the context of the Indian Higher Education System?
Why: Autonomous colleges are those recognized by UGC to function independently in academic matters while affiliated to a university. The answer covers definition, key features with numbered points, example, and conclusion as per 1-2 mark requirements (50-80 words).
Question 5 of 5
Discuss the **features** and **benefits** of Autonomous Colleges in India.
Why: The answer provides a structured 3-4 mark response (100-150 words) with introduction, 5 key points, real example, and conclusion. Features include flexibility in curriculum, exams, admissions; benefits cover quality and research.
