Question

As a consequence of lack of structured educational policy, the youth of India is:

1 point

a) Unable to receive proper education.

b) Going away from the correct path by indulging in crimes.

c) Going abroad for higher studies.

d) Not able to pay their educational fees.​

Answer 1

Answer:

The first new education policy in 34 years, The New Education Policy (NEP), approved by the Union Cabinet, has introduced many reformations in the Indian education system. Starting with the renaming of The Ministry of Human Resource and Development as Th Ministry of Education, the new policy envisions to offer a new structure to the education system in the country. From school education to higher education, NEP proposes the revision and revamping of all aspects of the education structure, including its regulation and governance, to create a new system that is aligned with the aspirational goals of 21st-century education, while remaining consistent with India’s traditions and value systems.

Introduction of a four-year undergraduate degree with multiple entries and exit options, taking M.Phil out of the system, and establishing a standard higher education regulation with fee examination for both private and public institutions are some of the critical features for higher education sector. For schools, the new policy envisions universalisation of early childhood education from age 3-6 by 2030, a new school curriculum with coding and vocational studies from class 6, and child’s mother tongue being used as the medium of instructions till grade 5. In a nutshell, NEP aims at building a global best education system rooted in Indian ethos, thereby transforming India into a global knowledge superpower.

Here are some quick reactions on NEP from the prominent education leaders across the country.