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Shaking up the Governance

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In this piece I wish to analyze the prevailing governance and administrative structure in Indian universities/ institutions. Few features, particularly n oticeable  among centrally funded universities/ institution, are: governance structure do not encourage competition hence fail to set ambitious target.  majority of the senior administrative positions is less strategic and more operational in content and nature.  all appointees to these positions are made by the head of institution from a pool of senior faculty within the system.  these positions are not open for a competitive search with a co m parable compensation.  A competitive spirit, therefore, is lacking among the Indian universities/institutions.  Why not follow the global best practices of governance in academic system? Let us understand what it entails. Every organization exists in public affairs with a long term 'vision' that is realised by undertaking specific 'mission' mode activities under the guidance of