Which of the following norms are prescribed for foreign universities to set up their campuses in India? Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

1.Foreign universities must invest in the Indian manufacturing industry

2.They should have secured a position within the top 500 in the overall global ranking

3.They should have secured a position within the top 500 in the subject-wise global ranking

4.They should employ only Indians for teaching and non-teaching posts

5.They should possess outstanding expertise in a specific area

A1 and 2 only

B2, 3 and 4 only

C3, 4 and 5 only

D2, 3 and 5 only ✓ Correct

Correct answer: (D) 2, 3 and 5 only

Explanation

Foreign universities must rank within the global top 500 overall or subject-wise, or possess outstanding expertise in a specific area.

Statement 2, a place within the top 500 in overall global ranking, is a valid norm.

Statement 3, a place within the top 500 in the subject-wise ranking, is also accepted.

Statement 5, outstanding expertise in a specific area, qualifies an institution too.

Statement 1, investing in Indian manufacturing, is not a prescribed condition.

Statement 4, employing only Indians, contradicts the norms on autonomy in hiring.

The UGC 2023 regulations allow such campuses to set their own admission and fee policies.

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