Attorney General urges universities to remain centres of truth, knowledge and justice
Attorney General R. Venkataramani addressed the 14th convocation of Vignan University, urging graduates to prioritize truth, ethics, and critical thinking in the digital age. The event included the conferral of degrees and honorary doctorates to notable figures in industry and music.
Why it matters
It reflects the ongoing national discourse in India regarding the role of higher education in fostering constitutional values and navigating technological disruption.
Calling on universities to nurture scientific temper, critical thinking and ethical leadership, Attorney General of India, R. Venkataramani, said institutions of higher learning must remain centres for the continuous pursuit of truth, knowledge and justice.
Addressing the 14th convocation of Vignan University at Vadlamudi in Chebrolu mandal on Saturday, he described graduation as the beginning of a new phase of life and urged students to use their knowledge for the benefit of society. He stressed that knowledge is not merely the accumulation of information but a lifelong search for truth, guided by inquiry, scientific outlook and constitutional values. He also cautioned the graduates against misinformation in the digital era and urged them to develop the ability to critically analyse information.
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