National Educational Policy-2020

 NEP - 2020 

Multiple Choice Questions

1.    What is considered a key factor for India's progress and leadership on the global stage?

 

A.   Universal access to high-quality education

B.   Development of big data and AI

C.   Increasing literacy rates in rural areas

D.   Improved healthcare systems

Answer: A

 

2.    What type of jobs are expected to decline due to the rise of AI and machine learning?

A.   Skilled jobs in technology

B.   Jobs in humanities

C.   Unskilled jobs

D.   Academic research roles

Answer: C

 

3.    The National Education Policy 2019 emphasizes moving education toward:

A.   Memorization and rote learning

B.   Experiential, holistic, and discovery-oriented learning

C.   Increased standardization of curriculums

D.   Focus on arts and sports exclusively

Answer: B

 

4.    By what year does the NEP aim for India to have a high-quality education system accessible to all learners?

A.   2025

B.   2030

C.   2040

D.   2023

Answer: B

 

5.    What dual goals does the NEP 2019 aim to achieve?

A.   Economic growth and global competitiveness

B.   Developmental imperatives and a just, equitable society

C.   Scientific innovation and cultural preservation

D.   Technological advancement and international collaboration

Answer: B

 

6.    Which principle ensures learners can design their own educational paths?

A.   Full equity and inclusion

B.   Multidisciplinary approach

C.   Flexibility in learning trajectories

D.   Emphasis on cultural diversity

Answer: C

 

7.    What type of learning does NEP prioritize over rote memorization?

A.   Conceptual understanding and critical thinking

B.   Extensive exam preparation

C.   Peer-based interactive learning

D.   Non-academic extracurricular activities

Answer: A

 

8.    What aspect does NEP 2019 emphasize to ensure a well-rounded education system?

A.   High investment in technology integration

B.   Inclusion of vocational training only

C.   Regular formative assessments

D.   Elimination of arts and humanities

Answer: C

 

9.    The NEP considers education to be:

A.   A privilege for the wealthy

B.   A public service and a fundamental right

C.   Optional in rural areas

D.   Exclusively regulated by private institutions

Answer: B

 

10. What type of oversight system is promoted by the NEP?

A.   Strict and bureaucratic

B.   Light but tight

C.   Flexible and lenient

D.   Technology-dependent only

Answer: B

 

11. The vision of NEP 2019 is to transform India into:

A.   A developed economy by 2040

B.   An equitable and vibrant knowledge society

C.   A country focused solely on STEM education

D.   A global leader in vocational education

Answer: B

 

12. What is described as an "urgent national mission" in NEP 2019?

A.   Integration of AI into curriculums

B.   Attaining foundational literacy and numeracy

C.   Expanding higher education institutes

D.   Mandatory use of technology in all schools

Answer: B

 

13. What is NOT a suggested solution for addressing the foundational literacy and numeracy crisis?

A.   Filling teacher vacancies in disadvantaged areas

B.   Utilizing peer tutoring methods

C.   Eliminating extracurricular activities in schools

D.   Introducing trained volunteers to assist in teaching

Answer: C

 

14. Which health-related initiative is recommended to improve learning outcomes?

A.   Distribution of health supplements

B.   Nutritious breakfast programs

C.   Construction of hospital facilities in schools

D.   Mandatory yoga sessions

Answer: B

 

15. Up to which grade does the NEP recommend instruction in the home/local language?

A.   Grade 5

B.   Grade 8

C.   Grade 10

D.   Grade 12

Answer: B

 

16. What is emphasized as a benefit of multilingual education?

A.   Increased focus on rote memorization

B.   Promotion of English as the sole medium

C.   Enhanced cognitive development in children

D.   Focus only on regional languages

Answer: C

 

17. What language is highlighted as having a vast classical literature greater in volume than Latin and Greek combined?

A.   Tamil

B.   Persian

C.   Sanskrit

D.   Prakrit

Answer: C

 

18. How does NEP propose to preserve classical Indian languages and literature?

A.   By making them mandatory for all students

B.   By teaching them only at the university level

C.   By offering them as optional languages in schools

D.   By focusing solely on Sanskrit

Answer: C

 

19. What does the NEP recommend reducing to allow more critical and discovery-based learning?

A.   Teacher interaction time

B.   Curriculum content

C.   Extracurricular activities

D.   Sports and arts programs

Answer: B

 

20. Which subject is NOT explicitly listed as essential for developing critical 21st-century skills?

A.   Artificial Intelligence

B.   Organic Living

C.   Traditional Agriculture

D.   Design Thinking

Answer: C

 

21. What percentage of brain development occurs before the age of 6?

A.   50%

B.   85%

C.   70%

D.   90%

Answer: B

 

22. Which approach does ECCE emphasize for early learning?

A.   Rote memorization

B.   Play-based and activity-based learning

C.   Standardized testing

D.   Technology-driven learning only

Answer: B

 

23. Who will develop the curricular and pedagogical framework for ECCE?

A.   NCERT

B.   SCERT

C.   UGC

D.   AICTE

Answer: A

 

24. What is the overarching goal of ECCE as per the NEP 2019?

A.   Focus on urban children only

B.   Ensure universal access to high-quality ECCE across India

C.   Develop private pre-primary schools

D.   Introduce advanced technology tools at a young age

Answer: B

 

25. What types of institutions will deliver ECCE?

A.   Stand-alone Anganwadis

B.   Pre-primary schools co-located with primary schools

C.   Stand-alone preschools

D.   All of the above

Answer: D

 

26. How many elementary students are currently unable to achieve foundational literacy and numeracy?

A.   2 crore

B.   3 crore

C.   5 crore

D.   10 crore

Answer: C

 

27. What method is highly effective for foundational literacy improvement, as suggested by the NEP?

A.   One-on-one peer tutoring

B.   Advanced technology integration

C.   Rote memorization

D.   Monthly assessments

Answer: A

 

28. What is the primary objective of addressing foundational literacy and numeracy?

A.   Boost higher education enrollment

B.   Reduce dropout rates

C.   Enhance digital literacy

D.   Promote bilingual learning

Answer: B

 

29. What nutritional initiative is recommended for improving foundational learning?

A.   Nutritious breakfast and midday meals

B.   Weekly health checkups

C.   Distribution of health supplements

D.   Free gym memberships

Answer: A

 

30. Who can participate as volunteers in the foundational literacy and numeracy mission?

A.   Local community members

B.   Social workers

C.   Students and peers

D.   All of the above

Answer: D

 

31. What was the Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) for Grades 6-8?

A.   51.3%

B.   79.3%

C.   90.7%

D.   100%

Answer: C

 

32. What is one major cause of dropouts after Grade 8 as per NEP?

A.   Lack of interest in studies

B.   Poor quality of school infrastructure

C.   Financial and social barriers

D.   Rigid curriculums

Answer: C

 

33. What infrastructure recommendation does NEP make to reduce dropout rates?

A.   Providing hostels for girl students

B.   Building more schools in rural areas

C.   Improving transportation facilities

D.   All of the above

Answer: D

 

34. What is proposed to extend under the RTE Act?

A.   Coverage to children up to Grade 12

B.   Introduction of vocational education

C.   Scholarships for rural areas

D.   Special education for disabled children

Answer: A

 

35. Why does NEP suggest tracking student attendance?

A.   To identify dropouts and ensure re-enrollment

B.   To rank schools based on attendance

C.   To monitor teacher performance

D.   To prevent students from transferring schools

Answer: A

 

36. What is the restructured school curriculum model suggested by NEP?

A.   5+5+4

B.   5+3+3+4

C.   3+3+3+3

D.   6+2+4

Answer: B

 

37. What stage does the Preparatory Phase cover in the 5+3+3+4 structure?

A.   Grades 1-2

B.   Grades 3-5

C.   Grades 6-8

D.   Grades 9-12

Answer: B

 

38. What is the primary goal of curriculum restructuring?

A.   Create well-rounded, critical thinkers

B.   Focus on exam preparation

C.   Prioritize standardized content

D.   Introduce more homework

Answer: A

 

39. NEP recommends reducing curriculum content to:

A.   Improve rote memorization

B.   Enhance critical thinking and discovery-based learning

C.   Eliminate extracurricular activities

D.   Standardize textbooks nationwide

Answer: B

 

40. What language is recommended as the medium of instruction till Grade 8?

A.   English

B.   Hindi

C.   Mother tongue/local language

D.   Sanskrit

Answer: C

 

41. Why is multilingual education emphasized in NEP?

A.   Promotes memorization of grammar

B.   Enhances cognitive benefits and cultural understanding

C.   Aligns with global education standards

D.   Facilitates faster learning of English

Answer: B

 

42. What project does NEP suggest for Grades 6-8 to promote multilingualism?

A.   Reading Shakespeare

B.   Learning the Languages of India

C.   Focused vocabulary drills

D.   International language immersion

Answer: B

 

43. What does NEP propose regarding classical languages like Sanskrit and Tamil?

A.   They should be mandatory for all students

B.   They should be optional and offered innovatively

C.   They should replace modern foreign languages

D.   They should only be taught at the university level

Answer: B

 

44. How will Board exams be transformed under NEP?

A.   Test rote memorization skills

B.   Focus on core capacities and flexibility

C.   Remove exams entirely

D.   Introduce mandatory practicals

Answer: B

 

45. What type of pedagogy is promoted by NEP?

A.   Rote-based learning

B.   Art-integrated and experiential learning

C.   Strict textbook adherence

D.   Online-only classes

Answer: B

 

46. What is the key focus of secondary school under NEP?

A.   Eliminating arts and vocational streams

B.   Allowing subject choice and multidisciplinary learning

C.   Standardizing all assessments

D.   Extending school hours

Answer: B

 

47. What does NEP aim to achieve with curricular flexibility?

A.   Increase workload on students

B.   Allow students to design their educational paths

C.   Focus on arts over sciences

D.   Standardize vocational education

Answer: B

 

48. Teachers will no longer be required to:

A.   Focus on professional development

B.   Participate in election-related work

C.   Teach local languages

D.   Mentor peers

Answer: B

 

49. How many hours of professional development should teachers complete annually?

A.   30 hours

B.   40 hours

C.   50 hours

D.   60 hours

Answer: C

 

50. What type of merit-based system will be introduced for teachers?

A.   Salary cuts for low performance

B.   Tenure-track promotions

C.   Decentralized recruitment

D.   Peer grading systems

Answer: B

 

51. NEP suggests teacher recruitment with an emphasis on:

A.   Urban backgrounds

B.   Local and rural candidates

C.   International hires

D.   Technology specialists only

Answer: B

 

52. What is the purpose of the Gender-Inclusion Fund?

A.   Promote women’s participation in sports

B.   Provide educational resources for girls and transgender students

C.   Offer vocational training for boys

D.   Develop online learning platforms

Answer: B

 

53. What is the goal of declaring certain regions as Special Education Zones (SEZs)?

A.   Promote urban education

B.   Target underrepresented groups in education

C.   Increase school privatization

D.   Reduce government involvement in education

Answer: B

 

54. Why are school complexes proposed in the NEP?

A.   To consolidate resources and ensure better teacher availability

B.   To centralize administrative control of schools

C.   To promote private schooling

D.   To reduce curriculum content

Answer: A

 

55. What is a key benefit of establishing school complexes?

A.   Increased student dropout rates

B.   Reduced administrative efforts at state levels

C.   Vibrant communities of teachers and shared resources

D.   Limiting extracurricular activities

Answer: C

 

56. How does NEP address the issue of isolated small schools?

A.   By merging schools into larger units

B.   By creating school complexes for shared resources

C.   By privatizing rural schools

D.   By eliminating primary schools in certain regions

Answer: B

 

57. What will school complexes help improve besides resource efficiency?

A.   Teacher salaries

B.   Local governance, monitoring, and accountability

C.   Centralized curriculum design

D.   Reduced teacher-student interaction

Answer: B

 

58. What is the main aim of regulating India's school education system?

A.   Overly restrict schools and prevent innovation

B.   Ensure continuous improvement in educational outcomes

C.   Promote commercialization of private schools

D.   Standardize all teaching methods nationwide

Answer: B

 

59. What new body is proposed for state-level regulation of schools?

A.   National School Accreditation Authority

B.   State School Regulatory Authority (SSRA)

C.   School Governance Commission

D.   Ministry of Education (MoE)

Answer: B

 

60. Public and private schools will be regulated based on:

A.   Different benchmarks and criteria

B.   The same criteria, emphasizing transparency

C.   Their geographical location

D.   The number of students enrolled

Answer: B

 

61. What does the NEP propose to review in the Right to Education (RTE) Act?

A.   Extend free education to Grades 11 and 12

B.   Reduce the scope of free education

C.   Focus solely on urban schools

D.   Eliminate the Act entirely

Answer: A

 

62. What is the ultimate goal of transforming assessments?

A.   Shift from rote memorization to competency-based learning

B.   Ensure a 100% pass rate

C.   Focus on international assessments exclusively

D.   Increase pressure on students

Answer: A

 

63. What type of learning activities are emphasized by NEP for holistic development?

A.   Storytelling, art, and sports-integrated education

B.   Only textbook-based education

C.   Competitive memorization drills

D.   Online learning exclusively

Answer: A

 

64. How will secondary school exams be restructured?

A.   Focus on core capacities rather than extensive coaching

B.   Make exams more challenging

C.   Remove all assessments from secondary education

D.   Introduce new, rigid standard exams

Answer: A

 

65. How will vocational education be integrated into schools?

A.   As a separate stream starting in Grade 10

B.   Alongside other subjects starting at Grade 6

C.   Only at the higher education level

D.   Exclusively in private institutions

Answer: B

 

66. What is a unique feature of the secondary school stage in the NEP?

A.   Focus on standardized curriculums

B.   Flexibility in choosing multidisciplinary subjects

C.   Elimination of arts and sports

D.   Restriction to STEM subjects only

Answer: B

 

67. What is one aim of introducing project-based learning?

A.   Encourage rote memorization

B.   Promote practical, hands-on problem-solving skills

C.   Eliminate arts-based education

D.   Reduce teacher workload

Answer: B

 

68. What is a proposed incentive for teachers in rural areas?

A.   Higher salary packages

B.   Local housing near school premises

C.   Relaxation in qualifications

D.   Shorter work hours

Answer: B

 

69. How will the integrity of teacher education systems be restored?

A.   Shutting down substandard standalone Teacher Education Institutions

B.   Introducing standardized curriculum for all teacher training programs

C.   Reducing teacher training duration

D.   Privatizing teacher training entirely

Answer: A

 

70. What will be the minimum degree qualification for teaching by 2030?

A.   2-year diploma

B.   4-year liberal integrated B.Ed. degree

C.   3-year basic certification

D.   Master's degree in education

Answer: B

 

71. What is the main aim of higher education according to NEP 2019?

A.   To provide individual employment opportunities

B.   To create a socially conscious and skilled nation

C.   To develop vocational skills exclusively

D.   To improve public-private partnerships

Answer: B​

 

72. How many higher education institutions (HEIs) currently exist in India, as per NEP 2019?

A.   20,000

B.   50,000

C.   70,000

D.   1,00,000

Answer: B​

 

73. What key issue plagues many Indian HEIs today?

A.   Excessive focus on vocational education

B.   Severe fragmentation and lack of multidisciplinary institutions

C.   Over-enrollment in HEIs

D.   Poor infrastructure development

Answer: B​

 

74. What is the Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) target for higher education by 2030?

A.   25%

B.   35%

C.   50%

D.   60%

Answer: C​

 

75. What is the primary recommendation for HEIs to become multidisciplinary?

A.   Merging institutions with less than 100 students

B.   Providing specialized courses only

C.   Removing faculty autonomy

D.   Introducing public-private partnerships

Answer: A​

 

76. By when does NEP envision all HEIs to be multidisciplinary?

A.   2030

B.   2040

C.   2025

D.   2050

Answer: B​

 

77. What will HEIs need to transition from single-stream to multidisciplinary institutions?

A.   Reduced funding from the government

B.   Increased student enrollment and autonomy

C.   Uniform courses across institutions

D.   A focus solely on STEM fields

Answer: B​

 

78. What is the Accreditation System for HEIs expected to develop?

A.   Rigid and uniform standards for all institutions

B.   Differentiated norms for various types of HEIs

C.   Exclusive guidelines for private institutions

D.   Separate regulations for urban and rural areas

Answer: B​

 

79. What ancient Indian universities are cited as examples of multidisciplinary education?

A.   Nalanda and Takshashila

B.   Nalanda and Banaras

C.   Taxila and Ujjain

D.   Varanasi and Madurai

Answer: A​

 

80. The NEP proposes integrating which fields for holistic learning?

A.   Liberal arts with STEM disciplines

B.   Humanities with physical education only

C.   Technical education with pure arts

D.   Agriculture with legal studies

Answer: A​

 

81. hat is the proposed admission process for undergraduate programs in HEIs?

A.   Based on Board exam marks only

B.   Through a National Testing Agency assessment

C.   Via individual institutional tests

D.   Using international standard tests exclusively

Answer: B​

 

82. What initiative is proposed to support underrepresented groups in higher education?

A.   Increased student fees

B.   Institutional Development Plans (IDPs)

C.   Privatization of scholarships

D.   Elimination of financial aid programs

Answer: B​

 

83. What kind of counseling services will be strengthened for socio-emotional support?

A.   Peer counseling services

B.   Family-based counseling

C.   Professional and academic support systems

D.   Technology-driven automated guidance systems

Answer: C​

 

84. By 2030-35, what percentage of students is targeted to receive vocational education?

A.   30%

B.   50%

C.   70%

D.   80%

Answer: B​

 

85. What is the NEP's goal for vocational education integration?

A.   Create standalone vocational schools

B.   Make vocational education part of general education programs

C.   Provide vocational training only through private organizations

D.   Focus on international vocational certifications

Answer: B​

 

86. Which type of universities will be phased out according to NEP?

A.   Multidisciplinary universities

B.   Standalone technical and professional universities

C.   Public research universities

D.   Arts and humanities universities

Answer: B​

 

87. What is the main focus of professional education reform?

A.   Isolating specializations

B.   Integrating disciplines and public purpose education

C.   Increasing emphasis on certifications only

D.   Promoting overseas professional degrees

Answer: B​

 

88. What new body is proposed to promote research in HEIs?

A.   National Accreditation Council

B.   National Research Foundation (NRF)

C.   Higher Education Regulatory Authority

D.   Ministry of Innovation and Research

Answer: B​

 

89. The NRF will primarily fund:

A.   Technical research only

B.   Competitive, peer-reviewed research proposals across all disciplines

C.   Private industry-led research projects

D.   Government policy-related research exclusively

Answer: B​

 

90. Governance reforms in HEIs focus on:

A.   Centralized decision-making

B.   Merit-based leadership appointments

C.   Increasing political appointments

D.   Eliminating local autonomy

Answer: B​

 

91. What is the NEP's approach to regulating higher education?

A.   Heavy control and monitoring

B.   A "light but tight" regulatory system

C.   Complete deregulation

D.   Industry-driven regulations

Answer: B​

 

92. What fund is proposed to ensure equitable access to higher education for disadvantaged groups?

A.   National Scholarship Fund

B.   Inclusion Fund

C.   Diversity Fund

D.   Higher Education Access Fund

Answer: B​

 

93. Which group does the NEP prioritize for increased representation in higher education?

A.   Women and transgender individuals

B.   Rural students only

C.   Students from urban areas exclusively

D.   International exchange students

Answer: A​

 

94. What is the NEP's stance on providing access to quality education for underrepresented groups?

A.   It is optional for private HEIs.

B.   It is fundamental to achieving equity and inclusion.

C.   It will be phased out by 2030.

D.   It will rely solely on scholarships.

Answer: B​

 

95. What does the NEP recommend for Special Education Zones (SEZs)?

A.   To focus only on STEM education

B.   To direct targeted funding and policies for underrepresented groups

C.   To restrict the growth of HEIs in these regions

D.   To limit enrollment to local students

Answer: B​

 

96. By what year does NEP plan for a 4-year integrated B.Ed. degree to be the minimum qualification for teaching?

A.   2025

B.   2030

C.   2035

D.   2040

Answer: B​

 

97. What will be emphasized in teacher training under NEP?

A.   Rote learning techniques

B.   Multidisciplinary pedagogy and practicum training

C.   Online-only certification courses

D.   Uniform teaching methods across all regions

Answer: B​

 

98. What will happen to substandard standalone Teacher Education Institutions?

A.   They will be funded for improvement.

B.   They will be shut down.

C.   They will merge with multidisciplinary universities.

D.   They will focus on vocational teaching.

Answer: B

99. What is the role of the National Research Foundation (NRF)?

A.   Regulate all HEIs

B.   Provide funding for multidisciplinary research across disciplines

C.   Fund only STEM research

D.   Create rankings for HEIs

Answer: B​

 

100.               How does NEP propose to integrate research into undergraduate education?

A.   By making research compulsory in all fields

B.   Through mentoring programs and research internships

C.   By focusing solely on postgraduate research

D.   Through separate research-oriented institutions only

Answer: B​

 

101.               What is the NEP's aim for skill-based education in higher education?

A.   To be limited to polytechnic colleges

B.   To integrate skill-based learning into mainstream education

C.   To focus only on IT and computer skills

D.   To introduce it exclusively at the postgraduate level

Answer: B​

 

102.               How will vocational education be aligned with general education?

A.   By making it optional

B.   By integrating it with academic courses at all levels

C.   By setting up separate vocational institutions

D.   By providing funding for industrial apprenticeships only

Answer: B​

 

103.               What initiative does NEP recommend for internationalization in higher education?

A.   Attract foreign students and faculty to Indian HEIs

B.   Set up Indian universities abroad

C.   Create a single global curriculum

D.   Reduce collaboration with foreign institutions

Answer: A​

 

104.               How will international collaborations be enhanced under NEP?

A.   By restricting joint degree programs

B.   By enabling high-quality foreign universities to operate in India

C.   By increasing regulatory barriers

D.   By limiting research collaboration

Answer: B​

 

105.               NEP proposes governance reforms for HEIs to:

A.   Eliminate autonomy for institutions

B.   Ensure merit-based selection for institutional leaders

C.   Focus exclusively on central universities

D.   Increase political influence in decision-making

Answer: B​

 

106.               What is the NEP's recommendation for ensuring institutional autonomy?

A.   Standardized curriculums for all HEIs

B.   Financial and academic autonomy for institutions

C.   Centralized governance by the Ministry of Education

D.   Annual monitoring by state governments

Answer: B​

 

107.               What is the key principle of the "light but tight" regulatory system for HEIs?

A.   Eliminate autonomy in academic decisions

B.   Promote innovation and integrity with minimal interference

C.   Focus on heavy inspections and monitoring

D.   Centralize all regulations under one body

Answer: B​

 

108.               Which body will replace existing regulators for higher education?

A.   National Accreditation Council

B.   Higher Education Commission of India (HECI)

C.   University Grants Commission (UGC)

D.   All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)

Answer: B​

 

109.               What is the NEP's focus on Open and Distance Learning?

A.   Make ODL a secondary option

B.   Strengthen online learning platforms and infrastructure

C.   Eliminate ODL programs

D.   Restrict ODL to vocational courses only

Answer: B​

 

110.               How will technology play a role in improving ODL programs?

A.   By replacing all traditional classrooms

B.   Through high-quality online courses and digital platforms

C.   By limiting its use to urban areas

D.   By focusing on humanities subjects exclusively

Answer: B​

 

111.               What fundamental right is emphasized in NEP for adults?

A.   Right to free healthcare

B.   Right to foundational literacy and education

C.   Right to travel freely

D.   Right to free housing

Answer: B​

 

112.               What is a key disadvantage of illiteracy mentioned in NEP?

A.   Reduced political participation

B.   Inability to apply for loans or fill out forms

C.   Lack of access to technology devices

D.   Poor general health

Answer: B​

 

113.               Which program played a major role in increasing literacy rates from 1991-2011?

A.   Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan

B.   National Literacy Mission

C.   Adult Skill Development Mission

D.   Digital India Campaign

Answer: B​

 

114.               How many types of programs are included in the adult education curriculum framework?

A.   3

B.   4

C.   5

D.   6

Answer: C

115.               Which of these is NOT a type of program for adult education?

A.   Foundational literacy and numeracy

B.   Digital literacy and critical life skills

C.   Advanced professional certifications

D.   Vocational skills development

Answer: C​

 

116.               How many Indian languages have been declared endangered by UNESCO?

A.   120

B.   150

C.   197

D.   220

Answer: C

117.               What is the proposed institution to support translation and interpretation of learning materials?

A.   Indian Institute of Translation and Interpretation (IITI)

B.   Indian Cultural Heritage Institute

C.   National Language Promotion Authority

D.   Multilingual Research Center

Answer: A​

 

118.               What is the main purpose of the Academies proposed for Schedule 8 languages?

A.   Conduct vocational training in local languages

B.   Create dictionaries and update vocabularies

C.   Replace endangered languages with new ones

D.   Organize cultural festivals

Answer: B​

 

119.               Which classical language has a body of literature larger than Latin and Greek combined?

A.   Tamil

B.   Sanskrit

C.   Persian

D.   Telugu

Answer: B​

 

120.               How does NEP aim to preserve endangered Indian languages?

A.   Using technology and crowdsourcing

B.   Replacing them with widely spoken languages

C.   Providing monetary benefits for speaking them

D.   Making them compulsory for higher education

Answer: A​

 

121.               Why is cultural awareness important for children, as per NEP?

A.   To promote tourism

B.   To foster a sense of identity and self-esteem

C.   To reduce education costs

D.   To focus solely on arts education

Answer: B​

 

122.               The NEP suggests hiring outstanding local artists as:

A.   Full-time employees at schools

B.   Guest faculty in schools and universities

C.   Freelancers for short-term cultural projects

D.   Representatives for international programs

Answer: B​

 

123.               What is a proposed step to make arts education more accessible?

A.   Make art a part of all educational levels starting with early childhood

B.   Restrict arts education to private institutions

C.   Make arts optional for senior secondary schools

D.   Focus on theoretical study of arts only

Answer: A​

 

124.               What role does the NRF play in promoting Indian culture?

A.   Launching new tourist sites

B.   Funding research in arts, culture, and humanities

C.   Restricting foreign influence on Indian culture

D.   Monitoring cultural integration in education

Answer: B​

 

125.               Which body is proposed to lead technology adoption in education?

A.   Digital India Alliance

B.   National Educational Alliance for Technology (NEAT)

C.   Ministry of IT and Education

D.   National Innovation Council

Answer: B​

 

126.               NEAT will NOT focus on:

A.   Building institutional capacity in educational technology

B.   Conducting research in disruptive technologies

C.   Regulating technology hardware in schools

D.   Providing evidence-based advice on technology use

Answer: C​

 

127.               What emerging technology is highlighted for its potential disruption in education?

A.   Artificial Intelligence (AI)

B.   Blockchain

C.   Virtual Reality

D.   Augmented Reality

Answer: A​

 

128.               Which of these technologies is NOT mentioned in NEP for education improvement?

A.   Smart boards

B.   Adaptive computer testing

C.   Nanotechnology devices

D.   Handheld computing devices

Answer: C​

 

129.               What is the primary goal of integrating technology in education?

A.   Replace traditional teaching methods entirely

B.   Improve access, teaching-learning processes, and evaluation

C.   Make all education online-only by 2030

D.   Reduce teacher workloads through automation

Answer: B​

 

130.               What initiative is proposed to enhance availability of learning materials in regional languages?

A.   Open Digital Libraries

B.   Multilingual Educational Software

C.   National Language Resource Centers

D.   Indian Translation and Research Portal

Answer: B

 

131.               What is the role of teachers in integrating technology into classrooms?

A.   Fully depend on automated systems

B.   Use technology to enhance teaching methods

C.   Avoid using technology in assessments

D.   Focus on technology only for administrative tasks

Answer: B​

 

132.               What is the purpose of a digital repository proposed in NEP?

A.   To archive historical records

B.   To store teaching and learning materials, lesson plans, and assessment tools

C.   To provide cloud storage for student data

D.   To monitor teacher performance

Answer: B​

 

133.               How does NEP propose to address the digital divide in education?

A.   By setting up e-learning centers in rural and remote areas

B.   By distributing personal computers to all urban students

C.   By restricting digital content to private institutions

D.   By increasing taxes for online platforms

Answer: A​

 

134.               Which educational stage will focus on digital literacy as a core skill?

A.   Early childhood education

B.   Secondary school

C.   Higher education only

D.   Vocational training programs exclusively

Answer: B​

 

135.               What is the main advantage of using adaptive computer-based testing?

A.   Standardizing assessments across regions

B.   Assessing students' competencies and tailoring learning to individual needs

C.   Replacing written examinations entirely

D.   Automating teacher evaluations

Answer: B​

 

136.               What is the NEP's approach to integrating cultural awareness into the curriculum?

A.   Create specialized schools for arts education only

B.   Mandate arts education in all levels of schooling

C.   Reduce emphasis on arts in technical fields

D.   Focus solely on traditional arts and crafts

Answer: B​

 

137.               What is the NEP’s key objective in promoting Indian culture?

A.   Preserve and promote India's rich heritage

B.   Introduce cultural uniformity across the nation

C.   Eliminate foreign cultural influences

D.   Make cultural studies optional in schools

Answer: A​

 

138.               Which of the following is an initiative to promote Indian languages?

A.   National Language Olympiads

B.   Introduction of digital dictionaries for all Indian languages

C.   Establishment of local language promotion cells

D.   Integration of multilingual e-learning platforms

Answer: D​

 

139.               How will endangered tribal languages be preserved under NEP?

A.   Through community-based language education programs

B.   By mandating their use in primary education

C.   By providing monetary incentives for speakers

D.   By translating them into global languages

Answer: A​

 

140.               What is the role of local artisans and craftsmen in NEP's vision?

A.   Teach their skills in schools through experiential methods

B.   Be employed in industries to mass-produce their crafts

C.   Shift focus to international markets

D.   Participate in national exhibitions only

Answer: A​

 

141.               Which area does the NEP emphasize for adult education?

A.   Foundational literacy and numeracy

B.   Advanced coding and technical skills

C.   Management and business certifications

D.   Primary school-level knowledge only

Answer: A​

 

142.               NEP suggests utilizing which facilities to deliver adult education programs?

A.   Standalone adult education centers

B.   Schools and higher education institutions as community learning centers

C.   Private corporate facilities

D.   Online platforms exclusively

Answer: B​

 

143.               What does NEP propose for vocational skill development in adult education?

A.   Focus on rural and urban poor populations

B.   Offer short-term skill certification programs

C.   Provide internships with local industries

D.   All of the above

Answer: D​

 

144.               What is the NEP’s approach to ensure inclusivity in technology-based education?

A.   Develop content in regional languages

B.   Focus only on urban students for early adoption

C.   Promote global standards over local content

D.   Restrict e-learning to higher education

Answer: A​

 

145.               How will technology integration address students with disabilities?

A.   Develop assistive tools and learning aids

B.   Exclude them from regular assessments

C.   Offer only theoretical materials

D.   Limit their access to digital tools

Answer: A

 

146.               Which key principle guides NEP's technology policies?

A.   Increase digital surveillance in classrooms

B.   Promote equitable use of technology

C.   Replace traditional schools with virtual learning

D.   Standardize all content delivery to online platforms

Answer: B

 

147.               How will research in technology impact education, as per NEP?

A.   Develop more effective e-learning tools

B.   Automate teacher evaluations completely

C.   Focus on reducing physical schools

D.   Provide personalized learning algorithms

Answer: A

 

148.               How will NEP support teacher capacity-building in digital pedagogy?

A.   Organizing national digital training workshops

B.   Developing multilingual digital teaching resources

C.   Providing access to online teaching platforms

D.   All of the above

Answer: D​

 

149.               Which initiative will promote unity in India's linguistic diversity?

A.   The Languages of India Project for students in Grades 6-8

B.   Mandating one common national language

C.   Eliminating non-mainstream languages from textbooks

D.   Creating language barriers to foster local identity

Answer: A​

 

150.               What aspect of Indian culture is emphasized as part of the NEP's education framework?

A.   Yoga and wellness practices

B.   Rich artistic, linguistic, and philosophical traditions

C.   Traditional and tribal sports

D.   All of the above

Answer: D

 

151.               What body is proposed as the apex advisory organization for Indian education under NEP 2019?

A.   Ministry of Human Resource Development

B.   Rashtriya Shiksha Aayog (RSA) / National Education Commission (NEC)

C.   Central Advisory Board on Education (CABE)

D.   State Education Commission (SEC)

Answer: B​

 

152.               Who will chair the RSA?

A.   Vice-Chairperson of NITI Aayog

B.   Prime Minister of India

C.   Minister of Education

D.   Chief Justice of India

Answer: C​

 

153.               What percentage of RSA members will be eminent educationists, researchers, and leading professionals?

A.   50%

B.   75%

C.   66% (Two-thirds)

D.   90%

Answer: C​

 

154.               What role will State Education Commissions (RjSAs) play in the NEP framework?

A.   Replace all state-level education boards

B.   Facilitate coordination with the RSA and provide expert recommendations at the state level

C.   Oversee school-level operations exclusively

D.   Fund only private institutions

Answer: B​

 

155.               What change is proposed for the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD)?

A.   It will be renamed as the Ministry of Education (MoE).

B.   It will merge with NITI Aayog.

C.   It will focus solely on higher education.

D.   It will delegate responsibilities to state governments entirely.

Answer: A​

 

156.               What is the current public expenditure on education as a percentage of GDP in India?

A.   2%

B.   3%

C.   4%

D.   6%

Answer: B​

 

157.               What percentage of total government spending is allocated to education in India as per the Economic Survey 2017-18?

A.   5%

B.   10%

C.   15%

D.   20%

Answer: B​

 

158.               What is the NEP's envisioned target for public investment in education as a percentage of total public expenditure over a 10-year period?

A.   15%

B.   20%

C.   25%

D.   30%

Answer: B​

 

159.               Which key areas will receive long-term financing as part of the NEP framework?

A.   Early childhood education and teacher development

B.   Digital literacy and competitive exams

C.   Research and vocational training exclusively

D.   Infrastructure and textbook distribution only

Answer: A​

 

160.               What is the primary focus of financial governance under NEP?

A.   Increase government control over private institutions

B.   Ensure smooth, timely, and appropriate fund allocation and usage

C.   Minimize funding for underperforming schools

D.   Focus on reducing teacher salaries

Answer: B​

 

161.               What is the most critical principle for successful implementation of the NEP?

A.   Flexibility in adherence to the policy

B.   Implementing the spirit and intent of the policy

C.   Heavy reliance on technology for all areas

D.   Introducing international practices without adaptation

Answer: B​

 

162.               Why does NEP suggest phased implementation?

A.   To accommodate funding delays

B.   To ensure sequential implementation of interdependent steps

C.   To minimize the role of state governments

D.   To prioritize urban areas

Answer: B

163.               What is emphasized in the comprehensive implementation approach?

A.   Piecemeal application of selective policies

B.   Holistic and interconnected execution of all initiatives

C.   Prioritizing infrastructure over pedagogy

D.   Delegation of all tasks to private institutions

Answer: B​

 

164.               Which levels of government will collaborate for NEP implementation?

A.   Local and district

B.   Central and state

C.   Regional and international

D.   Panchayat and municipal

Answer: B​

 

165.               How often will joint reviews of NEP implementation progress be conducted?

A.   Monthly

B.   Quarterly

C.   Yearly

D.   Once every five years

Answer: C​

 

166.               When is the first comprehensive review of the NEP implementation expected?

A.   2025

B.   2030

C.   2035

D.   2040

Answer: B​

 

167.               What will be the focus of yearly reviews?

A.   Revising financial allocations only

B.   Evaluating linkages between parallel implementation steps

C.   Identifying underperforming schools for closure

D.   Monitoring international education collaborations

Answer: B​

 

168.               What is the NEP's long-term vision for education by 2040?

A.   Complete reliance on private education institutions

B.   Achieving an interconnected and fully operational education system

C.   Replacing traditional teaching with AI-based education

D.   Eliminating public investment in education

Answer: B​

 

169.               What does the NEP propose to handle commercial interests in education?

A.   Increased privatization

B.   "Light but tight" regulatory mechanisms with public disclosure

C.   Replacing philanthropic efforts with state-led initiatives

D.   Mandatory government audits of private schools

Answer: B​

 

170.               What is a key feature of the NEP’s approach to implementation?

A.   Exclusive focus on higher education reforms

B.   Joint and collaborative planning between various bodies

C.   Prioritization of urban over rural education

D.   Complete delegation to state education departments

Answer: B​


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