NEP-2020

 Principles of this Policy 

The purpose of the education system is to develop good human beings capable of rational thought and action, possessing compassion and empathy, courage and resilience, scientific temper and creative imagination, with sound ethical moorings and values. 

It aims at producing engaged, productive, and contributing citizens for building an equitable, inclusive, and plural society as envisaged by our Constitution. A good education institution is one in which every student feels welcomed and cared for, where a safe and stimulating learning environment exists, where a wide range of learning experiences are offered, and where good physical infrastructure and appropriate resources conducive to learning are available to all students. 

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The Vision of this Policy: This National Education Policy envisions an education system rooted in Indian ethos that contributes directly to transforming India, that is Bharat, sustainably into an equitable and vibrant knowledge society, by providing high-quality education to all, and thereby making India a global knowledge superpower. The Policy envisages that the curriculum and pedagogy of our institutions must develop among the students a deep sense of respect towards the Fundamental Duties and Constitutional values, bonding with one’s country, and a conscious awareness of one’s roles and responsibilities in a changing world. The vision of the Policy is to instill among the learners a deep-rooted pride in being Indian, not only in thought, but also in spirit, intellect, and deeds, as well as to develop knowledge, skills, values, and dispositions that support responsible commitment to human rights, sustainable development and living, and global well-being, thereby reflecting a truly global citizen.

Part I. SCHOOL EDUCATION 

This policy envisages that the extant 10+2 structure in school education will be modified with a new pedagogical and curricular restructuring of 5+3+3+4 covering ages 3-18 as shown in the representative figure and elaborated in detail later under Chapter 4. Currently, children in the age group of 3-6 are not covered in the 10+2 structure as Class 1 begins at age 6. In the new 5+3+3+4 structure, a strong base of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) from age 3 is also included, which is aimed at promoting better overall learning, development, and well-being 

1. Early Childhood Care and Education: The Foundation of Learning

2. Foundational Literacy and Numeracy: An Urgent & Necessary Prerequisite to Learning

3. Curtailing Dropout Rates and Ensuring Universal Access to Education at All Levels

4. Curriculum and Pedagogy in Schools: Learning Should be Holistic, Integrated, Enjoyable, and Engaging Restructuring school curriculum and pedagogy in a new 5+3+3+4 design

• Holistic development of learners
• Reduce curriculum content to enhance essential learning and critical thinking
• Experiential learning
• Empower students through flexibility in course choices
• Multilingualism and the power of language
• Curricular Integration of Essential Subjects, Skills, and Capacities
• National Curriculum Framework for School Education (NCFSE)
• National Textbooks with Local Content and Flavour
• Transforming Assessment for Student Development
• Support for Gifted Students/Students with Special Talents

5. Teachers

• Recruitment and Deployment
• Service Environment and Culture
• Continuous Professional Development (CPD) 
• Career Management and Progression (CMP)
• Professional Standards for Teachers
• Special educators 
• Approach to Teacher Education

6. Equitable and Inclusive Education: Learning for All 

7. Efficient Resourcing and Effective Governance through School Complexes/Clusters

8. Standard-setting and Accreditation for School Education

Part II. HIGHER EDUCATION

Part III. OTHER KEY AREAS OF FOCUS

Part IV. MAKING IT HAPPEN

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