UGC-CARE Journal Listing Discontinuation: Key Points

UGC-CARE Journal Listing Discontinuation

Discontinuation of UGC-CARE List	UGC discontinues the CARE journal listing.
New Approach	UGC introduces suggestive parameters for journal selection.
Development of Parameters	Developed by experts and academicians.
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Background	Supersedes the 2018 notice, based on expert committee's recommendations.
UGC-CARE List Introduction (2018)	Ensured recognition of reputable journals for faculty selections and funding.
Criticisms	Over-centralization, delays, lack of transparency, exclusion of respected journals.
Review & Discontinuation Reason	NEP 2020 criticized over-regulation, leading to expert review in Dec 2023.
HEIs' Role	HEIs must set up internal committees for credible journal evaluation.
Combating Predatory Journals	HEIs must guide researchers in avoiding predatory journals.
Restoring Academic Freedom	Decentralization returns autonomy to HEIs for journal selection.
Adaptability	HEIs can adapt journal evaluation to evolving academic fields.

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