Subject: Human Resource Development

Amid the debate on the archaic sedition law that should have no place in democratic India, President called for the thorough revision of the IPC 1860 to meet the needs of the 21st century. Let’s see why is it so necessary to amend the code.

In India, education is in the concurrent list, where federal states and the central government share responsibilities. Until recently, legislations in higher education prohibited profit making in the sector. Higher education was defined as a not-for-profit sector.

The UGC under the Department of Higher Education in the MHRD acts as the coordinator as well as prescriber of standards for education in the country.

In July this year, Prime Minister launched the Rs. 1,500-crore Skill India campaign, which aims to train 40 crore people by 2022.

Significant provisions and scope of the bill.