Why Students & Savarna Groups Are Protesting Against UGC Rules | Explained by Ankit Avasthi Sir

In this latest current affairs video, Ankit Avasthi Sir breaks down the ongoing UGC controversy in India following the introduction of the UGC (Promotion of Equity) Regulations, 2026. These new guidelines aimed at curbing caste-based discrimination in universities have ignited widespread protests, student opposition, political criticism, resignations, and social debate.

This video explains the real reasons behind the backlash, the demands of protestors, how the rules work, and why the issue has become a hot topic in public discourse. Essential for UPSC, State PCS, SSC, and other competitive exam aspirants studying Indian polity and education reforms.

🧠 What You Will Learn:
✔ What the new UGC Equity Rules are and who they impact
✔ Why protests have erupted across Indian states
✔ Concerns about fairness, merit & social tensions
✔ Administrative and political reactions to the controversy
✔ Clarity on how this issue affects higher education and society

Stay informed with accurate insights from Ankit Avasthi Sir on this evolving story.

📌 Key Topics

Overview of UGC’s new equity regulations (2026)

Mandatory Equal Opportunity Cells in universities

Why students & Savarna groups are protesting

Claims of discrimination and reverse bias

Political opposition & administrative resignations

Impact on higher education institutions

How this affects reservation & anti-discrimination laws

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