Question : QUALITY CONTROL PARAMETERS FOR FOREIGN UNIVERSITIES



(a) the major quality control parameters laid down by the Government for foreign universities and other premier institutions, including the Ivy League;

(b) whether such foreign universities affect Indian universities and retention of teaching staff; and

(c) if so, the details thereof ?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT (DR. D. PURANDESWARI)

(a): At present, there is no Central legislation to regulate entry and operation of foreign universities in India. However, only All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) has formulated regulations for collaborations in technical education, which can be seen at AICTE website www.aicte-india.org/foreignuniversities.htm.

(b): No foreign university is presently operating in the country on a stand-alone basis.

(c): Does not arise.