Udaipur: The Academic Council of Mohanlal Sukhadia University (MLSU) held its meeting Tuesday at the Golden Jubilee Guest House auditorium under the chairmanship of Vice Chancellor Professor Kailash Daga. Several important academic decisions were taken to strengthen academic standards and promote innovation across the university.

Q: What was the key decision regarding language studies?

A: The council approved the establishment of an independent Language Centre at the university to promote the teaching and learning of Indian and foreign languages. The centre will also conduct teacher-training programmes in different languages, benefiting both students and faculty members.

Q: Which school boards have been recognised for higher education admissions?

A: Based on a request received from the Vice Chairman of the Board of Open Schooling and Skill Education, Sikkim, the council approved recognition of the Sikkim Board for admission to higher education programmes at MLSU. Students passing from the board will now be eligible to pursue further studies at the university.

The council also approved students who have passed Class 10 and Class 12 examinations conducted by the Maharshi Sandipani Rashtriya Ved Sanskrit Shiksha Board, Ujjain, for higher studies at the university.

Q: What decision was taken regarding computer science courses?

A: Approval was granted to continue the MoU with RKAT for conducting various computer science courses.

Q: Were new higher education programmes approved?

A: Yes. The university approved new regulations for DSc, D.Litt., LLD and other related programmes, in line with emerging academic requirements and innovations.

The council also approved the Master of Arts (MA) in Hindu Studies programme, opening new academic opportunities for students interested in Indian knowledge traditions and Hindu studies.

Q: What changes were made for students pursuing two degrees simultaneously?

A: In accordance with new UGC regulations, a student can pursue one regular university degree and one degree from an open university during the same academic session. However, the migration process was not clearly defined.

The Academic Council issued detailed guidelines stating that such students must obtain an NOC from the concerned university and submit it to the respective college or university. After this, the enrolment process will be completed according to applicable university rules.

Q: What happens if a student is already enrolled at MLSU?

A: If a student has already been enrolled at MLSU and has been allotted an enrolment number, the existing records will be examined. After compliance with the applicable rules, the student will be re-enrolled under the same enrolment number.

Q: Will MLSU collaborate with other state universities?

A: Yes. The council decided that MoUs may be signed with other state universities in Rajasthan to facilitate academic exchange and strengthen inter-university collaboration.

Q: Who attended the Academic Council meeting?

A: The meeting was attended by Registrar Dr. BC Garg, Finance Controller Suresh Jain, Controller of Examinations Dr. Mukesh Barbar, Dean of the College of Social Sciences and Humanities Professor Neeraj Sharma, Dean of the College of Science Professor MK Jain, Dean of the College of Commerce Professor Shoorveer Singh Bhanawat, Dean PG Studies Professor KB Joshi, along with heads of various university departments.