NATIONAL EDUCATION POLICY 2020: A VISION FOR TRANSFORMING HIGHER EDUCATION

ABSTRACT

Higher education plays a crucial role in promoting the well-being of individuals and society at large, while also contributing to the fulfillment of India’s constitutional aspirations. This vision encompasses the creation of a nation that is democratic, fair, socially conscious, cultured, and compassionate, while upholding principles of liberty, equality, fraternity, and justice for all individuals. The relevance of higher education in facilitating the creation of sustainable livelihoods and stimulating economic growth within a nation cannot be overstated. As India advances towards its transition towards a knowledge-driven economy and society, it is expected that an increasing number of young Indians will articulate their aspirations to pursue higher education. This article analyzes the predominant obstacles encountered in the realm of higher education in India and investigates the suggested remedies delineated in the National Education Policy (NEP) of 2020 with the objective of resolving these concerns. The National Education Policy 2020 in India encompasses multiple facets, such as a transition towards a comprehensive and interdisciplinary educational approach, the establishment of an ideal learning environment and student assistance, the presence of motivated, enthusiastic, and proficient faculty, the promotion of equality and inclusivity in higher education, the improvement of teacher education, the expansion of vocational education, the progression of educational research, and the implementation of a regulatory framework for higher education. The objective of this article is to undertake a comprehensive examination of the fundamental elements pertaining to higher education as outlined in the National Education Policy (NEP) of 2020. The objective of this study is to examine the procedures and tactics employed in the execution of the aforementioned phenomenon in the specific context of India.

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