Reach a consensus on ‘most meritorious’ names for VCs by December 9: SC to Kerala Governor, CM
GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Federalism & Centre-State relations· Prelims + Mains·
Why in news
The Supreme Court directed the Kerala Governor and Chief Minister to reach a consensus by December 9 on the appointment of Vice Chancellors for two universities based on merit.
Background
The Supreme Court issued the order to Kerala Governor Rajendra Arlekar and Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan. The court previously appointed Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia to head search-cum-selection committees in August.
Facts for Prelims
- PostRajendra Arlekar: Governor of Kerala
- PostPinarayi Vijayan: Chief Minister of Kerala
- FactThe deadline for reaching a consensus on Vice Chancellor names is December 9
For Mains
Q. Discuss the constitutional friction between the Governor and the State Government regarding the appointment of Vice Chancellors in universities.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Institutional friction: Conflict over executive powers between the Governor's discretionary role and the State's academic autonomy
- Meritocracy vs. Political influence: Ensuring transparent search-cum-selection processes to prevent partisan appointments in higher education
Keywords: Federalism · Executive Discretion · Academic Autonomy · Constitutional Friction · Meritocracy
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