University Education Commission 1948-49

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What is one of the main aims of university education according to the Radhakrishnan Commission?

To produce able citizens who can take up national responsibilities (correct)

To ensure all students become politicians

To solely focus on vocational training

To increase the number of graduates regardless of quality

How many categories of university teachers are mentioned?

Three

Two

Five

Four (correct)

What is the recommended age of retirement for university professors?

64 years (correct)

62 years

65 years

60 years

What should the working days in a college exclude?

Examination days Signup and view all the answers

What degrees should be awarded based on published work of outstanding quality?

D.Litt. and D.Sc. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an aim of university education mentioned in the recommendations?

Producing students solely for business careers Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of students recommended for a teaching university?

3000 Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect of education is NOT mentioned as part of the professional education division?

Literary Education Signup and view all the answers

What type of development is emphasized for students in the recommendations?

Spiritual development Signup and view all the answers

What should be stressed according to the commission regarding moral instruction?

It should be imparted at every stage of the educational system. Signup and view all the answers

What language medium is suggested for higher education?

Regional language and Hindi Signup and view all the answers

How long should the first degree take after college education?

3 years Signup and view all the answers

What component is NOT recommended to be included in the examination system?

Essay type questions only Signup and view all the answers

Which activity should all universities provide for student welfare?

Hospital and health services Signup and view all the answers

What type of training is compulsory for all students according to the recommendations?

N.C.C. training Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of evaluation is emphasized to make the examination system more reliable?

Balanced question types including objectives Signup and view all the answers

Who chaired the University Education Commission in 1948?

Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan Signup and view all the answers

What was the main aim of the University Education Commission?

To report on Indian University Education and suggest improvements Signup and view all the answers

In which year did the Commission submit its report?

1949 Signup and view all the answers

How many members were there in the University Education Commission?

10 members Signup and view all the answers

Which two boards recommended the formation of the Commission?

Inter-University Board of Education and Central Advisory Board of Education Signup and view all the answers

What did the first volume of the Commission's report contain?

Recommendations for university education Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant reason for forming the Commission after independence?

To address the problems of higher education for economic growth Signup and view all the answers

What was one method used by the Commission to study higher education?

Touring extensively throughout India Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Introduction

The University Education Commission was appointed in 1948, marking a significant educational advancement post-independence.
Chaired by Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan, a notable scholar and India's second President.
Established following recommendations from the Inter-University Board of Education (IUBE) and the Central Advisory Board of Education (CABE).
Aimed to assess and enhance Indian University Education to meet contemporary and future requirements.

Aim of the Commission

Focused on reconstructing university education to foster national cultural resurgence and socio-economic development post-1947 independence.

Features of the Commission

Recognized as the first education commission in independent India.
Comprised of 10 members with a report completed in August 1949, documented in two volumes: recommendations and supporting data.

Method of Study

Conducted extensive tours across India to understand higher education challenges.
Distributed questionnaires to approximately 600 key education stakeholders.
Conducted interviews with education administrators, student organizations, and educators.

Aims of University Education

Develop responsible citizens across diverse fields.
Maintain high educational standards in general, professional, and vocational training.
Preserve and advance Indian culture and civilization.
Encourage innovation and critical thinking for national growth.
Foster intellectual and moral growth, promoting universal brotherhood and leadership.

Faculty Quality

Emphasized the essential role of highly qualified teachers in enhancing university education.
Identified four faculty categories: Professors, Readers, Lecturers, and Instructors.
Recommended better pay scales, service conditions, and opportunities for higher studies.
Merit-based promotion and retirement age set at 60 years (64 for professors).

Course Duration and Structure

Admission to universities should follow the intermediate examination, post-11 years of schooling.
Initial degree completion should take three years, with 180 working days annually, excluding exams.
Proposed student limits: 3000 for teaching universities and 1500 for affiliated colleges.

Research and Training

Suggested a standardized nationwide admission process for Ph.D. programs.
Advocated for D.Litt. and D.Sc. degrees based on high-quality published work.
Recommended increased scholarship availability for research initiatives.

Professional Education

Divided professional education into five distinct areas: Agriculture, Commerce, Engineering and Technology, Law, and Medicine.
Proposed development and establishment of these educational sectors.

Religious and Moral Education

Stressed the significance of teaching religious and moral values to promote tolerance and secularism.
Recommended integrating moral instruction at every educational level, encompassing the values of all religions.

Language of Instruction

Advocated for the use of regional languages in higher education, with Hindi as an optional medium.
Emphasized the importance of English for accessing global knowledge.

Examination System

Proposed continuous evaluation of students by teachers.
Recommended reforms in examination types to improve reliability and validity, including a mix of essay, objective, and oral assessments.
Suggested introducing internal assessments and abolishing grace marks.

Student Welfare

Mandated physical examinations for students upon admission and annually thereafter.
Recommended university hospitals and health services alongside sanitary inspections of campus facilities.
Advocated compulsory physical training and National Cadet Corps (NCC) training for all students.

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Explore the significant developments in Indian education through the Radhakrishnan Commission established in 1948. This quiz delves into the commission's recommendations and its impact on the university education system in post-independence India. Test your knowledge of this pivotal historical event.