Sambit Dash

There is clearly no black and white as far as attendance policies in higher education are concerned.

The ever-changing role of teacher has currently placed the teacher as a facilitator, rather than an information dispenser.

The quality of higher education in India does not espouse veneration.

There are numerous questions that arise and they all point to gross lack of transparency.

The outdated curricula and misplaced focus in medical colleges needs correction, not constant monitoring.

Technology-based education is set to become a mainstay despite the opposition and resistance from the old school.

Concepts of secularism, federalism, freedom of expression, all of which invoke strong sentiments, need dispassionate teaching to the young.

The incident has asked too many uncomfortable questions.

Unlike control, it leads to engagement - a prerequisite for good education.

A tough cleansing drive is need of the hour.