WorksheetsNEP - 2020 Quiz Prepared by NareN
Total questions: 76
Worksheet time: 25mins
Which of the following is a key recommendation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 for reforming the higher education system in India?
Increasing the gross enrollment ratio in higher education to 50% by 2035.
Establishing a National Research Foundation to promote research and innovation.
Setting up a Higher Education Commission to regulate higher education institutions.
Making online education the primary mode of delivery for higher education.
Which of the following is a fundamental principle of NEP 2020?
Promoting self-assessment and peer assessment by the student.
Promoting multilingualism.
Encouraging creativity and critical thinking for logical decision-making.
All of the above.
According to NEP-2020, the National Research Foundation (NRF) may be established to...
Promote doctoral/post-doctoral research
Promote fundamental scientific research
Enable universities to establish research laboratories
Enable a culture of research to permeate through universities
According to NEP 2020, what percentage of learners by 2025 through the school and higher education system shall have exposure to vocational education?
50%
25%
75%
10%
According to NEP 2020, the first vertical of the Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) will be the...
National Accreditation Council (NAC)
National Higher Education Regulatory Council (NHERC)
General Education Council (GEC)
Higher Education Grants Council (HEGC)
For continuous professional development and self-improvement, every teacher is supposed to devote at least how many hours every year?
20 hrs
30 hrs
40 hrs
50 hrs
In which of the following is 'One Nation, One Standard' mentioned as the 'mantra' to ensure national standards and quality?
National Policy on Education - 1968
National Policy on Education - 1986
National Policy for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship - 2015
NITI Aayog - Three Year Action Agenda - 2017-18 to 2019-2020
What is the name of the National Assessment Regulator proposed in NEP 2020?
National Testing Agency (NTA)
National Assessment Centre (PARAKH)
National Board of Examinations (NBE)
National Educational Assessment Authority (NEAA)
PARAKH, as proposed in NEP 2020, will function under which government body?
Ministry of Home Affairs
University Grants Commission (UGC)
National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
Ministry of Education
What is a key feature of PARAKH that sets it apart from other educational assessment bodies in India?
Advancing research in educational technology
Assessing both private and public schools across the nation
Recruitment and training of teachers
Managing international student exchange initiatives
NEP 2020 proposes a shift in the medium of instruction in schools. Up to which grade does it recommend education in the mother tongue or regional language?
Grade 3
Grade 5
Grade 8
Grade 10
Which of the following is NOT a foundational pillar of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020?
Access
Equity
Quality
Innovation
What change does NEP 2020 bring to the assessment and examination system?
Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) is the only method
Board exams will be held annually without any changes
Introduction of modular and semester-based assessments
A shift towards more competency-based assessments
How does NEP 2020 address the issue of dropouts at various education levels?
By introducing strict penalties for dropping out
By establishing an open learning system and alternative schooling
By increasing school hours
By reducing the number of schools
What does NEP 2020 say about the separation between academic streams?
There will be a rigid separation between academic, vocational, and professional streams.
No rigid separation between academic streams and vocational education.
Academic streams will be separated into science, arts, and commerce with no integration.
Only academic and vocational streams will be allowed with strict boundaries.
Which of the following is emphasized under NEP 2020 for foundational literacy and numeracy?
Formal schooling should begin at age 6.
Foundational literacy and numeracy should be achieved up to Grade 3.
Literacy and numeracy are to be focused on only in higher grades.
No specific focus on foundational literacy and numeracy.
What type of assessment reforms does NEP 2020 propose?
Introduction of multiple-choice questions only
Implementation of a 360-degree holistic progress card
Elimination of all assessments and examinations
Continuous assessments without a formal grading system
How does NEP 2020 address entry and exit points in the education system?
Only one entry and exit point per academic year
No provision for entry and exit points
Multiple entry/exit points with appropriate certification
Mandatory exit at Grade 10 with no further education options
What is the purpose of the Academic Bank of Credits as per NEP 2020?
To provide financial assistance to students
To facilitate the transfer of credits across different institutions
To offer scholarships based on academic performance
To restrict credit transfers between institutions
Which of the following is a key initiative under NEP 2020 for promoting gender inclusion and special education?
Setting up a Gender Inclusion Fund and Special Education Zones
Establishing special schools only for disabled students
Providing only financial aid to students from underprivileged backgrounds
No specific focus on gender or special education
According to NEP 2020, the Foundational Stage includes which age group?
0 to 6 years
3 to 8 years
6 to 9 years
9 to 12 years
Which stage does NEP 2020 propose for the integration of vocational education and internships?
Foundational Stage
Preparatory Stage
Middle Stage
Secondary Stage
In the new education structure proposed by NEP 2020, which stage covers early childhood care and education (ECCE)?
Foundational Stage
Preparatory Stage
Middle Stage
Secondary Stage
How many years of Anganwadi/Balvatika are included in the new education structure under NEP 2020?
1 year
2 years
3 years
4 years
Which of the following councils is responsible for setting standards in higher education as per NEP 2020?
National Higher Education Regulatory Council (NHERC)
General Education Council (GEC)
Higher Education Grants Council (HEGC)
National Accreditation Council (NAC)
What does the Higher Education Grants Council (HEGC) focus on under NEP 2020?
Regulation
Standard setting
Funding
Accreditation
Which council is tasked with accreditation in the new structure for higher education?
National Higher Education Regulatory Council (NHERC)
General Education Council (GEC)
Higher Education Grants Council (HEGC)
National Accreditation Council (NAC)
Under NEP 2020, which degree will be of 4-year duration, and what change will occur with M.Phil. programs?
Undergraduate degree; M.Phil. programs will continue
Undergraduate degree; M.Phil. programs will be discontinued
Postgraduate degree; M.Phil. programs will be extended
Postgraduate degree; M.Phil. programs will be introduced
What is the purpose of the Academic Bank of Credit (ABC) as described in NEP 2020?
To provide financial aid to students
To digitally store academic credits earned from various recognized HEIs
To facilitate student exchange programs
To manage vocational training credits
What will be a key feature of the new learning environment under NEP 2020?
Standardized curriculum across all institutions
Choice-based Credit System
Elimination of all elective courses
Mandatory traditional learning methods
What is the focus of Career Management & Progression (CMP) as outlined in NEP 2020?
Career planning and advancement opportunities for teachers
Limiting career advancement to administrative roles
Only focusing on teaching credentials
Standardizing teacher salaries without consideration for career growth
What does Continuous Professional Development (CPD) refer to in the context of NEP 2020?
Initial training only
Ongoing training and development throughout a teacher's career
One-time certification programs
Annual performance reviews only
Which of the following bodies is not listed as part of the implementation process for NEP 2020?
Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD)
National Testing Agency (NTA)
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
What is the primary purpose of the redesigned Vidyanjali Portal under NEP 2020?
To provide financial assistance to private schools
To facilitate community participation and volunteering in schools
To replace traditional textbooks with digital content
To manage teacher recruitment and placement
What is the primary objective of the SARTHAQ plan under NEP 2020?
To develop a new curriculum for vocational training
To implement the goals of NEP 2020 through holistic advancement in education
To replace traditional classrooms with online learning platforms
To standardize teacher qualifications across all states
What is the primary goal of SAFAL (Structured Assessment for Analyzing Learning) under NEP 2020?
To standardize grading systems across all schools
To assess and improve the quality of learning and teaching processes
To replace traditional examinations with continuous assessments
To provide financial support for educational institutions
Which earlier education policy is the NEP 2020 set to replace?
National Policy on Education 1968
National Policy on Education 1986
National Policy on Education 1992
National Policy on Education 2005
The NEP 2020 aims to improve the quality of education through which of the following?
Increased funding for infrastructure
National Testing Agency
National Education Policy Commission
National Curriculum Framework
Under NEP 2020, what is the aim of the 'School Complexes' system?
To standardize exam patterns
To consolidate resources and enhance the quality of education
To increase the number of schools in rural areas
To create a uniform syllabus across schools
Which of the following was not a feature of the National Policy on Education 1986?
Operation Blackboard
Emphasis on adult education
Mandating computation education
Common school system for all
Which of the following is a key recommendation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 for reforming the higher education system in India?
Increasing the gross enrollment ratio in higher education to 50% by 2035.
Establishing a National Research Foundation to promote research and innovation.
Setting up a Higher Education Commission to regulate higher education institutions.
Making online education the primary mode of delivery for higher education.
Which of the following is a fundamental principle of NEP 2020?
Promoting self-assessment and peer assessment by the student.
Promoting multilingualism.
Encouraging creativity and critical thinking for logical decision-making.
All of the above.
According to NEP-2020, the National Research Foundation (NRF) may be established to...
Promote doctoral/post-doctoral research
Promote fundamental scientific research
Enable universities to establish research laboratories
Enable a culture of research to permeate through universities
The new curricular and pedagogical structure of school education as proposed by NEP-2020 is...
5 + 3 + 2 + 2
5 + 3 + 3 + 4
2 + 5 + 3 + 4
2 + 5 + 3 + 2
According to NEP 2020, how much percentage of learners by 2025 through the school and higher education system shall have exposure to vocational education?
50%
40%
35%
60%
According to NEP 2020, the first vertical of the Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) will be the...
National Accreditation Council (NAC)
National Higher Education Regulatory Council (NHERC)
General Education Council (GEC)
Higher Education Grants Council (HEGC)
Who headed the committee for the Draft National Education Policy 2019?
K. Kasturirangan
KJ Alphonse Kanamthanam
Ram Shanker Kureel
MK Sridhar
For continuous professional development and self-improvement, every teacher is supposed to at least devote how many hours every year?
20 hrs
30 hrs
40 hrs
50 hrs
In which of the following, 'One Nation, One Standard' is mentioned as the 'mantra' to ensure national standards and quality?
National Policy on Education - 1968
National Policy on Education - 1986
National Policy for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship - 2015
NITI Aayog - Three Year Action Agenda - 2017-18 to 2019-2020
Given below are two statements: Statement I: According to NEP-2020, all funding agencies of Research in the country will merge into a single entity - National Research Foundation (NRF). Statement II: The main objective of NRF is to catalyze quality research in our country.
Both Statement I and Statement II are true
Both Statement I and Statement II are false
Statement I is true but Statement II is false
Statement I is false but Statement II is true
On completion of one year of NEP 2020 in July 2021, the Government of India announced the decision to offer Engineering degree education in five Indian languages. Identify the language from the options that was part of this list.
Assamese
Odia
Maithili
Bengali
What is the name of the National Assessment Regulator proposed in NEP 2020?
National Testing Agency (NTA)
National Assessment Centre (PARAKH)
National Board of Examinations (NBE)
National Educational Assessment Authority (NEAA)
What is a key feature of PARAKH that sets it apart from other educational assessment bodies in India?
Advancing research in educational technology
Assessing both private and public schools across the nation
Recruitment and Training of teachers
Managing international student exchange initiatives
NEP 2020 emphasizes the importance of early childhood care and education (ECCE). At what age will formal schooling now begin?
Age 5
Age 4
Age 3
Age 6
NEP 2020 proposes a shift in the medium of instruction in schools. Up to which grade does it recommend education in the mother tongue or regional language?
Grade 3
Grade 5
Grade 8
Grade 10
Which of the following is NOT a foundational pillar of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020?
Access
Equity
Quality
Innovation
How does NEP 2020 address the issue of dropouts at various education levels?
By introducing strict penalties for dropping out
By establishing an open learning system and alternative schooling
By increasing school hours
By reducing the number of schools
What does NEP 2020 say about the separation between academic streams?
There will be rigid separation between academic, vocational, and professional streams.
No rigid separation between academic streams and vocational education.
Academic streams will be separated into science, arts, and commerce with no integration.
Only academic and vocational streams will be allowed with strict boundaries.
Which of the following is emphasized under NEP 2020 for foundational literacy and numeracy?
Formal schooling should begin at age 6.
Foundational literacy and numeracy should be achieved up to Grade 3.
Literacy and numeracy are to be focused on only in higher grades.
No specific focus on foundational literacy and numeracy.
What type of assessment reforms does NEP 2020 propose?
Introduction of multiple-choice questions only
Implementation of a 360-degree Holistic Progress card
Elimination of all assessments and examinations
Continuous assessments without a formal grading system
How does NEP 2020 address entry and exit points in the education system?
Only one entry and exit point per academic year
No provision for entry and exit points
Multiple Entry/Exit points with appropriate certification
Mandatory exit at Grade 10 with no further education options
What is the purpose of the Academic Bank of Credits as per NEP 2020?
To provide financial assistance to students
To facilitate the transfer of credits across different institutions
To offer scholarships based on academic performance
To restrict credit transfers between institutions
Which new initiatives are emphasized for inclusion and special education under NEP 2020?
Setting up Gender Inclusion Fund and Special Education Zones
Establishing special schools only for disabled students
Providing only financial aid to students from underprivileged backgrounds
No specific focus on gender or special education
According to NEP 2020, the Foundational Stage includes which age group?
0 to 6 years
3 to 8 years
6 to 9 years
9 to 12 years
Which stage does NEP 2020 propose the integration of vocational education and internships?
Foundational Stage
Preparatory Stage
Middle Stage
Secondary Stage
In the new education structure proposed by NEP 2020, which stage covers early childhood care and education (ECCE)?
Foundational Stage
Preparatory Stage
Middle Stage
Secondary Stage
How many years of Anganwadi/Balvatika are included in the new education structure under NEP 2020?
1 year
2 years
3 years
4 years
Which body is tasked with developing the National Curricular and Pedagogical Framework for Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) under NEP 2020?
National Testing Agency (NTA)
National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
University Grants Commission (UGC)
Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
Which of the following councils is responsible for setting standards in higher education as per NEP 2020?
National Higher Education Regulatory Council (NHERC)
General Education Council (GEC)
Higher Education Grants Council (HEGC)
National Accreditation Council (NAC)
What does the Higher Education Grants Council (HEGC) focus on under NEP 2020?
Regulation
Standard setting
Funding
Accreditation
Which council is tasked with accreditation in the new structure for higher education?
National Higher Education Regulatory Council (NHERC)
General Education Council (GEC)
Higher Education Grants Council (HEGC)
National Accreditation Council (NAC)
Under NEP 2020, which degree will be of 4-year duration and what change will occur with M.Phil. programs?
Undergraduate degree; M.Phil. programs will continue
Undergraduate degree; M.Phil. programs will be discontinued
Postgraduate degree; M.Phil. programs will be extended
Postgraduate degree; M.Phil. programs will be introduced
What is the minimum degree required for teaching as proposed by NEP 2020 (by the year 2030)?
3-year B.Ed. degree
4-year integrated B.Ed. degree
2-year M.Ed. degree
5-year B.Ed. degree
What is the purpose of the Academic Bank of Credit (ABC) as described in NEP 2020?
To provide financial aid to students
To digitally store academic credits earned from various recognized HEIs
To facilitate student exchange programs
To manage vocational training credits
What will be a key feature of the new learning environment under NEP 2020?
Standardized curriculum across all institutions
Choice-based Credit System
Elimination of all elective courses
Mandatory traditional learning methods
What is the focus of Career Management & Progression (CMP) as outlined in NEP 2020?
Career planning and advancement opportunities for teachers
Limiting career advancement to administrative roles
Only focusing on teaching credentials
Standardizing teacher salaries without consideration for career growth
