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New Education Policy 2020 and Reforms in Higher Educational Institutions in India

Dr. Chaganti Rami Reddy

Volume: 12 Issue: 4 2022

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The New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 heralds a transformative era for higher education institutions in India. This policy is a comprehensive framework that seeks to revolutionize the educational landscape by addressing longstanding challenges and fostering holistic growth. The NEP emphasizes multidisciplinary education, offering students the flexibility to pursue diverse fields of study. It introduces a credit-based system that enables personalized learning paths and facilitates credit accumulation across institutions. The policy champions research and innovation through the establishment of the National Research Foundation (NRF) and advocates for international collaborations. A significant reform introduced by the NEP is the implementation of a four-year multidisciplinary undergraduate program, accompanied by multiple exit options. This empowers students with certificates, diplomas, or degrees, emphasizing vocational and skill-oriented education. The NEP envisions an autonomous Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) that assumes responsibility for accreditation, funding allocation, and quality assessment. Institutions are granted greater autonomy in designing curricula, fostering a focus on research and entrepreneurial endeavors. Language diversity is celebrated through the promotion of regional languages as mediums of instruction, enhancing inclusivity and preserving cultural heritage. Digital education and online learning are endorsed to broaden accessibility, particularly in remote regions. The NEP underscores the importance of faculty development, nurturing educators with contemporary pedagogies and research capabilities. Mental health, ethics, and holistic education are pivotal components of the policy's overarching vision. While the NEP 2020 presents an ambitious blueprint for reform, the road ahead entails challenges related to complex implementation, resource allocation, and ensuring equitable access. By embracing the core principles of the NEP, India's higher education institutions have the potential to evolve into dynamic centers of knowledge, innovation, and socioeconomic advancement, preparing students to navigate the dynamic challenges of the 21st century.

DOI: http://doi.org/10.37648/ijrssh.v12i04.058

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