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MCQs along with answers on the topic “India’s Education System: Reforming for the 21st Century”
1. What is the primary goal of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020?
A) To improve infrastructure
B) To promote entrepreneurship
C) To provide universal access to quality education
D) To ensure employment for all students
Answer: C) To provide universal access to quality education
2. Which of the following is a major focus of the NEP 2020 in the context of school education?
A) Privatization of schools
B) Introduction of Sanskrit as a mandatory subject
C) Emphasis on foundational literacy and numeracy
D) Reduction in teacher salaries
Answer: C) Emphasis on foundational literacy and numeracy
3. According to NEP 2020, which of the following is to be introduced by 2025 in Indian schools?
A) National exit exam
B) Multilingual education
C) Compulsory coding classes
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
4. The concept of ‘Holistic Development’ is emphasized in which educational policy document?
A) National Education Policy 2020
B) Right to Education Act 2009
C) National Curriculum Framework 2005
D) National Skill Development Policy 2015
Answer: A) National Education Policy 2020
5. The ‘4+3+3+4’ structure of school education in NEP 2020 refers to:
A) The classification of subjects
B) Age-based school education structure
C) Grades in university education
D) Number of semesters in a year
Answer: B) Age-based school education structure
6. Which of the following is a key feature of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)?
A) It ranks only public institutions
B) It ranks institutions based on their research output and teaching standards
C) It is applicable only to foreign institutions
D) It has no impact on the quality of education
Answer: B) It ranks institutions based on their research output and teaching standards
7. What does the term ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ mean in the context of education?
A) Promoting international student exchange programs
B) Making India self-reliant in educational resources
C) Reducing foreign collaboration in universities
D) Emphasizing technical education in foreign languages
Answer: B) Making India self-reliant in educational resources
8. What is the significance of ‘Mother Tongue’ or ‘Home Language’ as per NEP 2020?
A) It should be used as the medium of instruction up to at least Grade 5
B) It should not be used in education
C) Only English should be used as the medium of instruction
D) It should be used only in rural areas
Answer: A) It should be used as the medium of instruction up to at least Grade 5
9. The National Repository of Open Educational Resources (NROER) aims to:
A) Promote e-learning among students of rural areas
B) Provide free educational resources for teachers and students
C) Improve university rankings
D) Introduce coding and digital literacy in schools
Answer: B) Provide free educational resources for teachers and students
10. What is the ‘School Complex’ model mentioned in the NEP 2020?
A) A system where each school is an independent entity
B) A group of schools sharing resources like libraries and laboratories
C) A system of schools focusing only on STEM subjects
D) Schools that offer vocational courses exclusively
Answer: B) A group of schools sharing resources like libraries and laboratories
11. Which of the following initiatives is part of the NEP 2020 to ensure quality higher education?
A) Establishment of more private universities
B) Introduction of 3-year undergraduate courses
C) Setting up of a National Research Foundation
D) Promotion of only vocational education
Answer: C) Setting up of a National Research Foundation
12. The National Assessment Centre (PARAKH) established under NEP 2020 aims to:
A) Monitor student attendance in schools
B) Evaluate the quality of school education and learning outcomes
C) Promote vocational courses only
D) Standardize educational curriculum across states
Answer: B) Evaluate the quality of school education and learning outcomes
13. The NEP 2020 encourages the integration of which subject in the school curriculum?
A) Political Science
B) Yoga and Physical Education
C) History and Geography
D) Computer Science and Robotics
Answer: B) Yoga and Physical Education
14. According to NEP 2020, which organization is responsible for regulating and accrediting all higher education institutions in India?
A) University Grants Commission (UGC)
B) National Board of Accreditation (NBA)
C) Higher Education Commission of India (HECI)
D) All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
Answer: C) Higher Education Commission of India (HECI)
15. The ‘Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan’ is aimed at:
A) Providing universal access to quality education from pre-school to Class 12
B) Establishing more private educational institutions
C) Promoting English as the medium of instruction
D) Offering free vocational training
Answer: A) Providing universal access to quality education from pre-school to Class 12
16. The Right to Education (RTE) Act in India mandates:
A) Free education up to Class 8 for all children
B) Quality education only for urban children
C) Compulsory vocational education for children
D) Mandatory foreign language education
Answer: A) Free education up to Class 8 for all children
17. Which of the following is the main objective of the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF)?
A) To provide global education standards
B) To link skill development with education and employment
C) To focus on traditional academic education
D) To improve foreign language skills in India
Answer: B) To link skill development with education and employment
18. The emphasis on ‘Multidisciplinary’ education in NEP 2020 is designed to:
A) Promote specialization in a single field of study
B) Offer a broad range of subjects across arts, sciences, and vocational studies
C) Limit the options available to students in higher education
D) Encourage only technical education
Answer: B) Offer a broad range of subjects across arts, sciences, and vocational studies
19. What is the main function of the National Education Commission?
A) To regulate private institutions
B) To formulate the overall educational policy in India
C) To evaluate university exams
D) To award scholarships to students
Answer: B) To formulate the overall educational policy in India
20. What is the recommended student-teacher ratio in schools as per NEP 2020?
A) 1:20
B) 1:25
C) 1:30
D) 1:40
Answer: B) 1:25
21. NEP 2020 advocates the use of which of the following in the classroom?
A) Only textbooks
B) Tablets and digital devices for learning
C) Printed handouts for every student
D) Exclusive use of chalk and blackboards
Answer: B) Tablets and digital devices for learning
22. Which of the following is a feature of the ‘National Research Foundation’ proposed under NEP 2020?
A) It will support only private research institutions
B) It will fund and promote high-quality research across various disciplines
C) It will focus on historical and cultural studies only
D) It will oversee the construction of new universities
Answer: B) It will fund and promote high-quality research across various disciplines
23. What is the role of ‘Board of Governors’ in the context of NEP 2020?
A) To manage school boards and examinations
B) To regulate and supervise higher education institutions
C) To design new curricula
D) To promote international exchange programs
Answer: B) To regulate and supervise higher education institutions
24. The NEP 2020 proposes the introduction of which major reform in higher education?
A) Creating a single university board for all states
B) Establishing more public universities
C) Fostering research, innovation, and international collaborations
D) Ensuring that only government colleges exist
Answer: C) Fostering research, innovation, and international collaborations
25. The NEP 2020 emphasizes the importance of which type of education at the school level?
A) Technical education
B) Vocational and skill-based education
C) Environmental education
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
26. What is the vision behind introducing ‘Foundational Literacy and Numeracy’ as per NEP 2020?
A) To increase the emphasis on digital skills from early childhood
B) To ensure that every child has basic reading, writing, and math skills by Grade 3
C) To reduce the number of subjects in early grades
D) To eliminate rote learning
Answer: B) To ensure that every child has basic reading, writing, and math skills by Grade 3
27. Which of the following is the goal of the ‘Pradhan Mantri Innovative Learning Program (PM-ILP)’?
A) To focus on academic research only
B) To encourage children to explore innovative ideas and leadership qualities
C) To establish vocational training centers
D) To promote sports among school children
Answer: B) To encourage children to explore innovative ideas and leadership qualities
28. What does ‘SWAYAM’ stand for in the context of India’s education system?
A) Standardized Workshops for Academic Year Management
B) Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds
C) School Work and Youth Academic Modules
D) Strengthening Work and Youth Awareness in Mathematics
Answer: B) Study Webs of Active Learning for Young Aspiring Minds
29. The ‘Digital Infrastructure for Knowledge Sharing (DIKSHA)’ platform aims to:
A) Provide free textbooks for students
B) Enhance teacher training and learning through digital resources
C) Provide online exams to students
D) Organize youth exchange programs
Answer: B) Enhance teacher training and learning through digital resources
30. The introduction of ‘Academic Bank of Credit’ in NEP 2020 aims to:
A) Reduce the number of students enrolled in universities
B) Allow students to earn credits across multiple institutions and degrees
C) Provide loans for student education
D) Set up accreditation standards for all schools
Answer: B) Allow students to earn credits across multiple institutions and degrees
These questions provide a comprehensive overview of India’s education system reforms under NEP 2020. They are crafted for the Civil Services Examination, focusing on key aspects such as the policy’s objectives, initiatives, and implications for the future of education in India.
