Shashi Tharoor highlighted the challenges Indian universities face, including over-regulation, underfunding, and threats to academic freedom. He emphasized the need for universities to protect diversity, welcome dissent, and teach peaceful coexistence. Tharoor also pointed out that India has focused on equity and expansion in education but needs to pay more attention to employability and excellence.
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