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Key Economic Focus Areas for India’s Next Government
Introduction Significant highs and lows have marked India's economic journey over the last decade. The country experienced robust GDP growth…
NEP 2020
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 aims to transform India’s education system with these key highlights:
Objectives:
- Holistic Development: Focus on cognitive, emotional, and social growth.
- Access and Equity: Ensure quality education for all.
School Education:
- New Structure: 5+3+3+4 model (ages 3-18).
- Early Childhood: Emphasis on foundational literacy and numeracy.
- Curriculum Reform: Core concepts, critical thinking.
- Assessment: Competency-based evaluations.
- Inclusive Education: Focus on marginalized groups.
Higher Education:
- Multidisciplinary Approach: Flexibility in course choices.
- Credit System: Academic Bank of Credits for mobility.
- Autonomy: More independence for institutions.
- Research: National Research Foundation.
Teacher Education:
- Professional Development: Continuous training.
- Eligibility: Four-year B.Ed. minimum by 2030.
Vocational Education:
- Integration: From grade 6 onwards.
- Skill Development: Practical skills focus.
Technology in Education:
- Digital Learning: Online platforms and tools.
- Infrastructure: Improved digital infrastructure.
Governance and Financing:
- Investment: Increase to 6% of GDP.
- Governance: Clear regulatory frameworks.
Language Policy:
- Multilingualism: Mother tongue/local language instruction till grade 5.
- Three-Language Formula: Hindi, English, and regional language.
NEP 2020 aims for an inclusive, flexible, and globally aligned education system.
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