Concept:The University Grants Commission (UGC), established in 1956, implemented several reforms during the Second Five Year Plan (1956–1961) to improve higher education quality.
Explanation:Three major steps were taken: (A) Introduction of a three-year degree course replaced the earlier two-year system for deeper learning.
(B) Libraries and laboratories were upgraded through UGC grants to provide better student resources.
(C) University teacher salaries were increased to attract and retain talented faculty.
The other statements are false. (D) is wrong because UGC approved many new departments during this period. (E) is wrong because Hindi was not made optional medium of instruction in all Indian universities at that time.
Answer:Option A: (A), (B) and (C) Only