Political row erupts ahead of Kerala University special convocation
A political controversy has erupted at Kerala University ahead of its special convocation, with Left Democratic Front-backed Syndicate members announcing a boycott. They cite alleged undemocratic practices and administrative issues, including the absence of permanent leadership, despite the university's high accreditation. The convocation is set to award honorary degrees to four eminent national figures.
Why it matters
This highlights political interference and administrative instability within a major educational institution in India, potentially impacting its academic integrity and governance. The boycott by LDF members underscores deeper political divisions affecting public institutions.
Political row erupts ahead of Kerala University special convocation left University of Kerala. TH https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/j45w2h/article71616943.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/University%20of%20Kerala.jpg TH University of Kerala The Syndicate members raised concern over a purported deterioration in the university’s academic and administrative function, despite securing a NAAC A++ accreditation. THIRUVANANTHAPURAM A political controversy has erupted ahead of Kerala University’s special convocation on October 26, with the Left Democratic Front (LDF)-backed Syndicate members announcing a boycott of the ceremony. The university is set to confer honorary degrees upon four eminent national figures at the convocation ceremony in recognition of their outstanding contributions to science, literature, cinema and sports. Former ISRO chairperson K. Radhakrishnan will be awarded the Doctor of Science (DSc) Honoris Causa. Veteran actor Madhu, acclaimed poet, lyricist and filmmaker Sreekumaran Thampi, and Olympic medalist and former captain of the Indian hockey team P.R. Sreejesh are scheduled to receive the Doctor of Letters (DLitt) Honoris Causa.
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