(a) whether the Government has approved/implemented the new National Education Policy (NEP) with the Sustainable Development Goal of ensuring inclusive and equitable quality education for all in the next 20 years; and
(b) if so, the details thereof and targets set/achieved so far, State-wise?
MINISTER OF EDUCATION
(SHRI RAMESH POKHRIYAL ‘NISHANK’)
(a) The Government of India has approved the National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020) which aims to address the many growing developmental imperatives of our country. This Policy proposes the revision and revamping of all aspects of the education structure, including its regulation and governance, to create a new system that is aligned with the aspirational goals of 21st century education, including SDG4, while building upon India’s traditions and value systems.
(b) Education is in the concurrent list of the Constitution. The National Education Policy 2020 (NEP 2020) itself provides the different timelines as well as principles and methodology for its implementation by the Centre and all States/UTs towards achievement of SDG Goals.
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