National Education Policy,2020 (NEP) envisions a massive transformation in education through– “aneducation system rooted in Indian ethos that contributes directly totransforming India, that is Bharat, sustainably into an equitable and vibrantknowledge society, by providing high quality education to all, thereby makingIndia a global knowledge superpower.” The NEP 2020 is founded on the fiveguiding pillars of Access, Equity, Quality, Affordability and Accountability.It will prepare our youth to meet the diverse national and global challenges ofthe present and the future.
In Higher Education, NEP,2020 provides valuable insights and recommendations on various aspects ofeducation that include moving towards multidisciplinary and holistic education,institutional autonomy, promotion of quality research through establishment ofNational Research Foundation, continuous professional development of teachers,integration of technology, internationalization of higher education,restructuring of governance and regulatory architecture, multidisciplinarycurricula, engaging blended, pedagogy, valid reliable and blended assessmentand availability of content in Indian languages. The policy is expected tobring long-lasting positive impact on the education system and making India aglobal hub of skilled manpower during the ‘Amrit Kaal’, the next 25 yearsleading up to Developed India in 2047. Its implementation needs collectiveefforts of Centre, States, UTs, HEIs, Regulating Agencies / Regulatory Bodiesand all other relevant stakeholders.
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