UGC, AICTE out: Cabinet approves 'विकसित भारत शिक्षा अधीक्षण' as single higher ed regulator

• Central government approves 'Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhikshan' bill for a single higher education regulator.
• This new body will replace existing regulators like UGC, AICTE, and NCTE.
• Medical and law colleges will remain outside the purview of the new regulator.
• The bill aims to streamline regulation, accreditation, and professional standards in higher education.

Why It Matters: New single regulator aims to reform India's higher education landscape.