New National Education Policy (NEP) 2023
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What does the New National Education Policy (NEP) aim to achieve?

  • Maintain the 10 + 2 structure in the educational curriculum
  • Develop a high-quality education system for all citizens (correct)
  • Focus on developing India into a global economic superpower
  • Abolish MPhil programs and reduce school curriculum
  • How has the educational curriculum structure changed in the New Education Policy 2023?

  • The 10 + 2 structure has been retained
  • It now follows a 5+3+3+4 structure (correct)
  • It now follows a 4+4+4+4 structure
  • It has been reduced to a 7+5 structure
  • When was the New Education Policy (NEP) last modified before the recent update in 2023?

  • 2000
  • 2014
  • 1992 (correct)
  • 1986
  • Which government pledged to create a new education policy, resulting in the New National Education Policy (NEP)?

    <p>Modi-led BJP government</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main aim of the New National Education Policy (NEP) approved in 2020?

    <p>To make India a global knowledge superpower</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a major issue in the Indian education system before the introduction of the New National Education Policy (NEP)?

    <p>Presence of multiple boards with different learning methods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who led the panel of specialists that discussed the adjustments needed in the Indian education system?

    <p>Former ISRO chief K Kasturirangan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What age bracket does the New Education Policy extend compulsory schooling to?

    <p>3-18 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the curricular structure proposed by the New National Education Policy?

    <p>5+3+3+4 corresponding to ages 3-8, 8-11, 11-14, and 14-18 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the New Education Policy aim to bridge the gap between?

    <p>Formal education and vocational skills</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    New National Education Policy (NEP)

    • The New National Education Policy (NEP) aims to achieve a transformative change in the Indian education system.

    Changes in Curriculum Structure

    • The educational curriculum structure has changed to a 5+3+3+4 format, which includes:
      • Foundational stage (5 years): 3-8 years old
      • Preparatory stage (3 years): 8-11 years old
      • Middle stage (3 years): 11-14 years old
      • Secondary stage (4 years): 14-18 years old

    History of NEP

    • The New Education Policy was last modified before the recent update in 2023, in 1986.
    • The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government pledged to create a new education policy, resulting in the New National Education Policy (NEP).

    Main Aim of NEP

    • The main aim of the New National Education Policy (NEP) approved in 2020 is to prepare students for the 21st century and to focus on the development of the individual.

    Issues in Indian Education System

    • A major issue in the Indian education system before the introduction of the New National Education Policy (NEP) was rote learning.

    Panel of Specialists

    • Dr. Kasturirangan led the panel of specialists that discussed the adjustments needed in the Indian education system.

    Compulsory Schooling

    • The New Education Policy extends compulsory schooling to the age bracket of 3-18 years old.

    Curricular Structure

    • The curricular structure proposed by the New National Education Policy includes a flexible and dynamic curriculum with multiple entry and exit points.

    Bridging the Gap

    • The New Education Policy aims to bridge the gap between vocational and academic education, and between education and employment.

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