JNUSU urges for probe on plagiarism allegations against 7 professors
JNUSU office-bearers yesterday submitted complaints to the Ministry of Human Resource Development and the University Grants Commission (UGC) demanding an inquiry into allegations of plagiarism against seven professors of the Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU). The Jawaharlal Nehru University Students' Union (JNUSU) cited media reports claiming that some professors, holding administrative posts, were accused of plagiarism by some students.
There was complete silence and inaction on administration's part: JNUSU
"Some of the accused teachers hold administrative positions in the university and some are part of various committees that decide our academic policies," the JNUSU said in its complaint. "What was surprising was the complete silence on part of the administration and complete inaction," it said. The students' union has demanded an inquiry against the professors and their suspension from administrative and academic duties.
Accused professors say matter has already been resolved
JNU professor Buddha Singh, whose name figured in the complaint, said, "These allegations are baseless and an attempt to destroy the academic environment of the university." Krishnendra Meena, another accused, said he had resolved the matter amicably. "The party concerned was satisfied with my explanation. We've worked it out amicably. The matter was resolved in July and I've also informed the administration," he said.
