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Which government body established the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)?
Which government body established the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)?
- Ministry of Education
- National Council of Educational Research and Training
- Government of India (correct)
- Ministry of Human Resource Development
What is the primary purpose of the NCERT?
What is the primary purpose of the NCERT?
- To promote a state-sponsored education system
- To reflect the political views of the party in power
- To publish model textbooks for schools across India
- To assist and advise state governments on academic matters (correct)
What has the NCERT been accused of regarding its model textbooks?
What has the NCERT been accused of regarding its model textbooks?
- Being an autonomous body
- Reflecting the political views of the party in power (correct)
- Promoting a state-sponsored education system
- Operating as a semi-official organisation
Who appoints the Director of the NCERT?
Who appoints the Director of the NCERT?
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What has the NCERT been under scrutiny for recently?
What has the NCERT been under scrutiny for recently?
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Which term derives from the Latin word civicus, meaning 'relating to a citizen'?
Which term derives from the Latin word civicus, meaning 'relating to a citizen'?
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What does civic education encompass?
What does civic education encompass?
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What does the term 'corona civica' refer to?
What does the term 'corona civica' refer to?
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What is the primary focus of civics?
What is the primary focus of civics?
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What is the role of citizens in the operation and oversight of government?
What is the role of citizens in the operation and oversight of government?
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