IIM Autonomy: IIM Act 2017 granted self-management as "institutions of national importance."
Amendment Proposal: IIM Act Amendment 2023 suggests increased President's role, sparks autonomy concerns.
Current Setup: IIMs have boards with decision-making power, gained autonomy post-2017.
Past Control: Government used to choose leaders, shift to self-governance.
Tensions: Conflicts like executive MBA degrees showed government-school differences.
Teacher Concerns: Worries over autonomy reduction, emphasizing accountability and global standards.
Ongoing Debate: Balancing autonomy and responsibility vital for IIMs' reputation and quality.