Why in news?
The Delhi University (DU) has approved a 4-year undergraduate (UG) programme as part of the reforms under the new National Education Policy.
What are the key features of the NEP?
Multidisciplinarity
4-year Undergrad Programme
Quitting after the first year - Acertificate
After the second year - Adiploma
After the third year - ABachelor’s degree
Completing the 4 years programme - Bachelor’s degree “with Research” if the student completes “a rigorous research project” in her major area(s) of study.
Academic Bank of Credit (ABC)
Regional languages
National Entrance Test
Source: The Indian Express