What are the features of the new draft National Education Policy (NEP) 2020

The Ministry of Human Resource Development, with an aim to revamp the education system in India, has come up with a new draft NEP. What are the features of the new draft National Education Policy (NEP) 2020?
The draft National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 aims to revamp the education system in India. The main features are:
  • Early Childhood Care and Education: Children in the age group of 3-6 years will have access to free and compulsory pre-school education.
  • School Education: New curriculum framework to be established, with a focus on experiential learning, critical thinking, and multidisciplinary approach. Board exams to be reformed.
  • Higher Education: Single regulator to be established for higher education. Multiple entry and exit options for degree courses. Four-year undergraduate program with exit options.
  • Teacher Education: A four-year integrated course to be introduced for teachers. Periodic certification of teachers required.
  • Educational Governance: National Education Commission to be established. Higher Education Commission to replace University Grants Commission.
  • Financing Education: Public spending on education to be increased to 6% of GDP. Private education institutions to be regulated.
These changes aim to improve access, equity and quality in education at all levels. The policy also emphasizes the use of technology in education and the promotion of multilingualism.
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