New Delhi, Jan. 28 -- Congress MP Sukhdeo Bhagat on Wednesday highlighted the newly introduced University Grants Commission (UGC) regulations, saying they reflect the constitutional principles of equality and non-discrimination.

Speaking to ANI, Bhagat said the Constitution guarantees equality for all citizens and prohibits discrimination on the basis of caste or gender. He added that the UGC's move was in line with these values and should be welcomed.

"There are two important things. The Constitution provides for equality, and if the UGC has taken steps in that direction, then I believe these measures should be welcomed. After the Rohith Vemula case, such issues came to the forefront, and discussions like these began. So this is certai...