The West Bengal government refuses to follow the UGC's notification on not enrolling in MPhil programmes, while universities in Karnataka and Tamil Nadu plan to offer MPhil courses. The West Bengal Education Minister states that the state will not accept the UGC's directive and will follow its independent education policy. The MPhil degree is important for research and academia, providing training in research methodologies, critical thinking, and academic writing. The future of the MPhil programme in West Bengal will depend on factors such as university autonomy and student demands.