Hi,

I am sorry to inform that one cannot graduate if he has a backlog in even a single subject, even if the student has a backlog in the open elective or optional subject.

In all the universities, it is mandatory to clear all the subjects in order to successfully complete a degree.

Students who have backlogs can take exams again to clear those papers. Each university allows that. Once the backlog is cleared, students can easily get a degree. But it is mandatory to clear backlogs and complete the course successfully.

Having a back in any subject, either it is a language or any other subject, means the failure in the course. A degree is awarded only when you pass the exams. All university and institutes have the provision of retake of exams and clear the backlogs.

Hope this helps

Wish you luck