Cryptic crossword clue
Indian clerk’s degree has note to university 4

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 4 letter word BABU

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The straight part
We know that "Indian clerk" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case indian clerk = babu.
The cryptic/wordplay part
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This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does BABU mean?

BABU noun
  1. (Indian English) A Hindu title of respect, equivalent to Mr., usually appended to the surname of a Hindu man
  2. (Indian English) (Originally) a Hindu gentleman employed to work as a clerk for the colonial administration; now, a clerk or low-ranking government official.

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