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2026 Academic Freedom Index places India in the bottom 10–20% globally

Name: 2026 Academic Freedom Index places India in the bottom 10–20% globally
Uploaded: 2026-08-30T05:39:27+00:00
Description: The 2026 Academic Freedom Index places India in the bottom 10–20% globally, behind Pakistan, Nepal and Sri Lanka. The report highlights concerns around institutional autonomy and academic independence. At the same time, education’s share of government spending remains a concern.

Published 30 August 2026

The 2026 Academic Freedom Index places India in the bottom 10–20% globally, behind Pakistan, Nepal and Sri Lanka. The report highlights concerns around institutional autonomy and academic independence. At the same time, education’s share of government spending remains a concern.

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Producer: Spot On
Topics: Public money, Exams and recruitment, Government accountability
Last updated: 30 August 2026