Committee Roles in Higher Education Reforms

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What was the primary focus of the committee led by Sridhar?

To conduct an ICT audit of NAAC.

To audit and optimize the NAAC accreditation system with an aim to future improvements.

To understand how HEIs view the NAAC methodology, explore best practices in other countries, and identify improvements for the NAAC process. (correct)

To strengthen the ranking system by NIRF.

What was the main purpose of the committee chaired by Prof. J.P. Joorel?

To prepare a roadmap for aligning NAAC, NBA and NIRF.

To conduct an ICT Audit of the NAAC.

To strengthen accreditation processes by NAAC and NBA.

To perform a systematic audit aimed at optimizing and improving the future assessment and accreditation system of NAAC. (correct)

Which of the following best describes the role of the Overarching Committee?

Focusing solely on the ICT infrastructure of NAAC.

Implementing the new accreditation system proposed by the Implementation Committee.

Strengthening the accreditation processes of NAAC and NBA, also, improve the ranking system by NIRF and prepare for the National Accreditation Council. (correct)

Conducting routine audits for all NAAC-related processes.

What is the primary objective of the Implementation Committee?

To launch and finalize the new system for accreditation, assessment and ranking in ‘Mission Mode’. Signup and view all the answers

How many meetings did the Overarching Committee hold?

Six Signup and view all the answers

What was the ultimate goal of the reforms proposed by the Overarching Committee?

Consolidating the NAAC, NBA, and NIRF systems under the framework of the proposed National Accreditation Council (NAC). Signup and view all the answers

Which committee was specifically tasked with conducting an ICT audit of NAAC?

A committee constituted by the Director of NAAC in September 2022. Signup and view all the answers

Who is the chairman of the Implementation Committee?

Prof. Anil Sahasrabudhe Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the proposed Composite Assessment System?

To amalgamate Programme-Accreditation and Institution-Accreditation. Signup and view all the answers

Within the Composite Assessment System, how is data visually presented to represent different programmatic domains?

Using 'Star Plots' with spokes representing programmatic domains. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of 'Star Plots,' what does the length of an equiangular spoke signify?

The rating of the specific programmatic domain which it represents. Signup and view all the answers

What is one advantage of using star plots to represent multivariate data, according to the text?

They can help identify dominant variables and outliers within the data. Signup and view all the answers

What is the suggested role for accredited HEIs that have achieved high standards?

To become mentors for institutions falling below accreditation standards. Signup and view all the answers

What process may be eliminated after an HEI achieves accreditation in the first cycle?

The necessity for annual re-approvals if the scope doesn't change. Signup and view all the answers

What constitutes a 'significant alteration' that would require HEI to get further approvals, despite a prior accreditation?

Changes that significantly affect the scope of the program such as content or number of seats. Signup and view all the answers

What is considered more important than institutional rankings?

The accreditation scores of the institution. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of NIRF in the context of higher education institutions?

To develop the framework for ranking institutions. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a component of the data collected through the national portal for accreditation and ranking?

The number of student associations. Signup and view all the answers

What is the 'One Nation – One Data' idea primarily intended to achieve?

To simplify data reporting requirements for Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary benefit of abstracting the data storage architecture with an API layer?

Implementation becomes more independent of specific database engines. Signup and view all the answers

According to the report, what should be considered when developing the framework for accreditation and ranking?

The geographical location and diverse visions of institutions. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key security measure for data stored on a central platform?

Implementing robust access control to data, and software and user authentication. Signup and view all the answers

What is suggested about the nature of accreditation and ranking exercises for HEIs?

It is a voluntary healthy practice for all HEIs in the system to undergo periodically. Signup and view all the answers

Why is direct data access through the database engine discouraged?

It reduces the risk of unauthorized access. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the grievance redressal mechanism mentioned in the report?

To address concerns related to accreditation and ranking processes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the software access control?

To restrict access to software services only to legitimate users, based on roles and authentication. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key emphasis of the report regarding the perspective on accreditation?

Accreditation needs a realistic outlook, from both the institution and agency perspectives. Signup and view all the answers

How does secured web service manage data submission and access for different agencies?

By creating interfaces based on the rights accorded to each agency, with individual views. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary goal of the recommendations in the report for the National Accreditation Council?

To help address the issues that arise from accreditation and develop better a framework. Signup and view all the answers

The data adaptation layer's flexibility enables...

Data models that can evolve with new requirements and changes, and support for unstructured data using XML. Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of a NoSQL database used within the data adaptation layer?

It utilizes a key-value pair structure allowing for dynamic schema changes. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of the data adaptation layer, which data type can be stored using a key-value pair?

Any arbitrary data, including integers, strings, arrays, or objects. Signup and view all the answers

Which agency is responsible for the graded accreditation of Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) at the institutional level?

National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) Signup and view all the answers

What type of accreditation does the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) provide?

Binary accreditation for technical programs Signup and view all the answers

What significant international recognition did the NBA achieve on June 13, 2014?

Permanent signatory membership of the Washington Accord Signup and view all the answers

Which organization carries out the mandatory annual approval of technical programs and courses?

All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) Signup and view all the answers

What parameters does the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) use to rank institutions?

Five broad sets of parameters Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the University Grants Commission (UGC) regarding HEIs?

To accord recognition to HEIs Signup and view all the answers

The NBA accredited programs from Tier-1 Engineering/Technology Institutions allow recognition in how many countries?

23 Signup and view all the answers

What does the Washington Accord primarily promote?

Mobility of engineering graduates and professionals internationally Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the main features of the upgraded 'One Nation One Data Platform'?

Single point data entry by HEIs. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a function of the upgraded data platform?

Integration with social media platforms. Signup and view all the answers

What feature is aimed at enhancing trust in data input for the platform?

Crowdsourcing for verification of input data. Signup and view all the answers

How does the platform intend to support Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) in the accreditation process?

Through a robust outreach mechanism. Signup and view all the answers

What is a critical requirement for the successful implementation of NEP 2020 mentioned in the content?

Facilitating all HEIs towards joining the accreditation process. Signup and view all the answers

What does the upgraded data platform seek to minimize to enhance efficiency?

Reliance on manual data verification. Signup and view all the answers

What does the platform offer regarding handling data from various agencies?

APIs for integrating data from varied agencies. Signup and view all the answers

Which enhanced feature aims to ensure public disclosure of relevant data by HEIs?

Strict penalty for data breaches. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Transformative Reforms for Strengthening Assessment and Accreditation of Higher Education Institutions in India

This report, from November 2023, details transformative reforms for assessment and accreditation of higher education institutions (HEIs) in India.
The National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020) emphasizes strengthening assessment and accreditation to align with its vision of a strong national higher education system.
The Overarching Committee, constituted by the Ministry of Education, was tasked with suggesting actionable recommendations to improve the accreditation processes of NAAC, NBA, and NIRF, and to create a roadmap for their integration under a new National Accreditation Council (NAC) within a proposed Higher Education Commission of India (HECI).
Currently, multiple agencies within the Indian government are responsible for approving, assessing, accrediting, and ranking HEIs, which results in inconsistencies between different assessment systems and subjective processes. Multiple aspects of information collection, period of collection, and the suitability of diverse categories of HEIs within this process are problematic.
The proposed reforms aim at a more simple, reliable, objective, and standardized system encompassing: a centralized, verifiable database; a shift from a 8-point grading system to a binary accreditation system (accredited/awaiting/not accredited); a choice-based ranking system incorporating diverse stakeholders.
The goal is to streamline the accreditation process, decrease reliance on manual inputs, improve consistency, increase HEIs participation, and enhance global recognition.
A suggested 'One Nation, One Data' platform will centralize data and upgrade the process by handling collateral data and offering stakeholder crowdsourcing for verification and verification.

Committee Members and Contributors

Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, Chairman
Prof. Mridul Hazarika, Member
Prof. Bharat Bhasker, Member
Joint Secretary (HE), MoE, Member-Convener
Additional special invitees from various relevant departments, ministries, and institutes.

Deliberations and Consultations

The committee held 6 meetings between November 2022 and April 2023, focusing on a specific strategy for the necessary and proposed reforms.
A high-level brainstorm session on March 22, 2023, involved Ministry of Education, UGC, and AICTE officials; and resulted in a plan for a phased, mission-mode transition to the new system.
The committee consulted relevant stakeholders from UGC, AICTE, NAAC, NBA, NIRF, and Council of IITs on existing mechanisms, processes, data structures and potential for improvement.
Stakeholder consultations were held online with 250+ HEIs.
A public consultation period was held from May 19 - July 15, 2023, with online consultation and a workshop on July 7, 2023, with more than 950 participants.
Presentations and considerations for reforms were presented to the Council of IITs.

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This quiz assesses your understanding of various committees involved in higher education reforms, including their objectives and roles. Topics cover the Overarching Committee, Implementation Committee, and concepts such as the Composite Assessment System and Star Plots.