: Dated- 1 June 2013 : Honourable Man Mohan Singh Prime Minister of India : Most Respected Sir, We write this letter to draw your kind attention to the four years under graduate programme (FYUP) being introduced by the Delhi University from this academic session. The four year degree programme changes the existing 10+2+3 structure adopted nationally. We have followed the debate over this contentious issue in the media. Several educationists and intellectuals all over the country have expressed their apprehensions about the merit of this decision.
We too believe that such a basic change in the higher education system/policy should first be considered and examined by the MHRD and the Parliament in consultation with prominent educationists of India. The Delhi University does not exist in isolation. If this change is so valuable it should be implemented on national level and there should be a national debate about its merit. Delhi University can wait for a couple of years in the best interest of the students all over India.
We further request you that the impact on the minorities/SC/ST/OBC and financially weaker sections must be taken into consideration before such a plan is implemented. The financial burden of paying for a year more is a major concern for many families who send their wards to DU. In view of the serious apprehensions voiced by so many educationists, social workers and teachers, we plead to intervene and prevent its implementation immediately.
Thanking you.
Sincerely
Sd./-
Justice Rajindar Sachar
Kuldip Nayar
Bhai Vaidya
Sandeep Pandey
Ravi Kiran Jain
Anil Nauriya
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