In the light of the changes introduced in the existing universities by the…
2023
In the light of the changes introduced in the existing universities by the Indian Universities Act, 1904, which of the following statements are incorrect?
A. An enlargement of the functions of the universities
B. The introduction of the new principle of election to the senate
C. Easier conditions for the affiliation of colleges to universities
D. Definition of the territorial limits of the universities
E. Increase in the size of the university senates
Choose the correct answer from the options given below.
Answer: D. C & E — ConceptTo test statements about an Act, compare each claim with the direction of the reform: whether the law expanded, restricted, reduced, or defined the…
- A.
A & B
- B.
A & D
- C.
B & D
- D.
C & E
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Correct answer: D
Concept
To test statements about an Act, compare each claim with the direction of the reform: whether the law expanded, restricted, reduced, or defined the relevant institution.
The Indian Universities Act, 1904 strengthened official supervision while reorganising university functions, governance, affiliation, and territorial jurisdiction.
Application
The Act enlarged university functions and encouraged teaching and research; this statement reflects the reform.
It introduced a limited elective element in university senates; this statement reflects the reform.
It made college affiliation more stringent, not easier; therefore the statement about easier conditions reverses the actual change.
It empowered the definition of territorial limits for universities; this statement reflects the reform.
It reduced and reconstituted senate membership rather than increasing senate size; therefore the statement about an increase reverses the actual change.
Cross-check
The two reversed claims concern easier affiliation and a larger senate. Hence the incorrect statements are C and E, and the answer value is “C & E”.