POLLS : Aura Farming
Every campus has its own aura economy—where reputation, personality, and perceived brilliance often matter more than everyday behavior. This survey explores how image-making works, who benefits from it, and how it shapes academic confidence, collaboration, and credibility.
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5. The Fear of Challenging the Aura: Junior faculty feel hesitant to question or critique someone with a strong aura. “Unka image bigad jayega” becomes an unspoken rule. The aura becomes a protective shield against scrutiny.
Question: How often do colleagues avoid questioning a high-aura faculty member to “protect their image”?
