For decades, Indian students have been told that an honours degree is the safer, smarter choice. It sounds more rigorous, looks better on paper and often comes with higher cut-offs. A general degree, ...

If you are looking at university courses, you have probably seen the word "Honours" (often shortened to Hons) attached to degrees like B.A. (Hons) or B.Sc. (Hons). An honours degree is like a "level ...