Introduction
Delhi University (DU) is going to change its promotion criteria as decided in the recent Executive Council meeting. We spoke to Sunil Sharma, a member of the Executive Council to know more about these changes and how they will affect the students. In this article, we’ll cover DU new Passing criteria and EC Meeting.
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Promotion Criteria Updates
The new criteria will streamline the process and students will have to meet the academic standards before they can move to the next semester or year.
Earlier students could pass with 40% in individual papers but the criteria for promotion between semesters and years has been changed to assess student performance comprehensively.
Key Changes
- Credit System: The new criteria require students to pass a minimum number of credits out of the total required for the semester. Specifically, students must pass 28 out of 44 credits in two semesters to be promoted. This means 63% which has caused confusion and misinformation in the media.
- In-House Paper Evaluation: There were concerns about the ease of passing in-house papers, evaluated within the college by the same faculty who teach the students. The new criteria will address these inconsistencies by having a uniform standard for all types of papers.
Addressing Misinformation
There has been some media misinformation about the new criteria, especially about the 63% passing requirement.
Sharma said it’s important to report responsibly and the media should not spread misinformation to avoid panic among students and parents.
Impact on Students
The changes will ensure that students are actually prepared for the next level of their academic journey.
By having a higher standard of performance across more subjects, the university wants to improve overall education and student readiness.
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Fee Hike Discussions
Another important agenda for the next meeting is the fee hike. While there is concern about fee hikes in specific courses like B.Tech, the university has made provisions for financial assistance to students from economically weaker sections.
Employee Wage Adjustments
The meeting will also discuss the salary hike for fourth-class employees, as per the minimum wage prescribed by the Labour Ministry.
This is to ensure fair compensation and welfare of the employees.
Addressing Academic Calendar Delays
The delay in CUET results has caused the academic calendar to be postponed. The university is working to overcome these delays so that the new session can start smoothly.
Conclusion
The changes in Delhi University’s promotion criteria and other issues will have a holistic approach to the academic and administrative functioning of the university.
The Executive Council decisions will improve education, and fair practices and support students and staff in their educational and professional lives.
FAQs on DU new Passing criteria and EC Meeting
When is the Executive Council meeting scheduled?
The Executive Council meeting is scheduled for July 27
What are the new promotion criteria for students at Delhi University?
Students must now pass 28 out of 44 credits to be promoted to the next year.
Is Delhi University increasing fees for all courses?
There is no current proposal to increase fees for all courses, but specific courses like B.Tech may see changes.
What is being done about the delay in CU results affecting admissions?
The issue will be raised in the upcoming meeting, with efforts to address the delay and its impact on the academic calendar.
How is Delhi University addressing wage issues for its employees?
The university is implementing the Ministry of Labour’s minimum wage proposal and increasing wages for fourth-class employees.
