Education Reforms

Description: This quiz aims to assess your knowledge about Education Reforms in India. It covers various aspects of educational reforms, including policies, initiatives, challenges, and achievements.
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Which of the following is NOT a key objective of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020?

  1. To promote multilingualism and preserve Indian languages.

  2. To increase the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in higher education.

  3. To establish a single regulator for all higher education institutions.

  4. To reduce the dropout rate at the secondary level.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The NEP 2020 aims to promote multilingualism, increase GER in higher education, and reduce the dropout rate at the secondary level. It does not propose to establish a single regulator for all higher education institutions.

What is the target Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) for higher education set by the NEP 2020?

  1. 30%

  2. 40%

  3. 50%

  4. 60%


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The NEP 2020 aims to increase the GER in higher education to 50% by 2035.

Which of the following is a key feature of the NEP 2020's proposed new school curriculum?

  1. Focus on rote memorization and traditional subjects.

  2. Integration of vocational skills and experiential learning.

  3. Emphasis on theoretical knowledge and standardized testing.

  4. Segregation of students based on academic performance.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The NEP 2020 proposes a new school curriculum that emphasizes the integration of vocational skills and experiential learning, aiming to make education more holistic and relevant to the needs of the 21st century.

What is the name of the initiative launched by the government to provide free and compulsory education to children aged 6 to 14 years?

  1. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)

  2. Mid-Day Meal Scheme (MDMS)

  3. Operation Blackboard (OB)

  4. Right to Education Act (RTE)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Right to Education Act (RTE), also known as the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, was enacted in 2009 to provide free and compulsory education to children aged 6 to 14 years.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by the Indian education system?

  1. High dropout rates at the secondary level.

  2. Inadequate infrastructure and resources in schools.

  3. Lack of qualified and trained teachers.

  4. Low levels of student achievement and learning outcomes.


Correct Option:
Explanation:

High dropout rates, inadequate infrastructure, lack of qualified teachers, and low levels of student achievement are all challenges faced by the Indian education system. High levels of student achievement and learning outcomes are not a challenge.

What is the name of the scheme launched by the government to provide scholarships to meritorious students from economically weaker sections?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)

  2. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)

  3. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)

  4. Pradhan Mantri Scholarship Scheme (PMSS)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) was launched by the government to provide scholarships to meritorious students from economically weaker sections to pursue higher education.

Which of the following is a key recommendation of the Kothari Commission Report (1964-66)?

  1. Introduction of a 10+2+3 education system.

  2. Establishment of a National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT).

  3. Adoption of a uniform curriculum across the country.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Kothari Commission Report recommended the introduction of a 10+2+3 education system, the establishment of NCERT, and the adoption of a uniform curriculum across the country.

What is the name of the initiative launched by the government to improve the quality of teacher education in India?

  1. National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA).

  2. National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).

  3. Teacher Education Quality Improvement Programme (TEQIP).

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Teacher Education Quality Improvement Programme (TEQIP) was launched by the government to improve the quality of teacher education in India.

Which of the following is NOT a key objective of the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)?

  1. Universal access to elementary education.

  2. Improvement in the quality of elementary education.

  3. Reduction in the dropout rate at the elementary level.

  4. Establishment of a single regulator for all elementary education institutions.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The SSA aims to achieve universal access to elementary education, improve the quality of elementary education, and reduce the dropout rate at the elementary level. It does not propose to establish a single regulator for all elementary education institutions.

What is the name of the scheme launched by the government to provide free textbooks to students from economically weaker sections?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)

  2. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)

  3. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)

  4. National Book Trust (NBT)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The National Book Trust (NBT) is a government organization that provides free textbooks to students from economically weaker sections.

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of the NEP 2020's proposed new assessment system?

  1. Focus on rote memorization and traditional subjects.

  2. Emphasis on critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

  3. Use of technology to enhance assessment.

  4. Regular and comprehensive evaluation of students.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The NEP 2020's proposed new assessment system emphasizes critical thinking and problem-solving skills, the use of technology, and regular and comprehensive evaluation of students. It does not focus on rote memorization and traditional subjects.

What is the name of the scheme launched by the government to provide free and compulsory education to children with disabilities?

  1. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)

  2. Mid-Day Meal Scheme (MDMS)

  3. Operation Blackboard (OB)

  4. Inclusive Education for Disabled at Secondary Stage (IEDSS)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Inclusive Education for Disabled at Secondary Stage (IEDSS) scheme was launched by the government to provide free and compulsory education to children with disabilities.

Which of the following is NOT a key objective of the Mid-Day Meal Scheme (MDMS)?

  1. To improve the nutritional status of children.

  2. To increase the enrolment and attendance of children in schools.

  3. To provide employment opportunities to women.

  4. To reduce the dropout rate at the elementary level.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The MDMS aims to improve the nutritional status of children, increase enrolment and attendance, and reduce the dropout rate at the elementary level. It does not aim to provide employment opportunities to women.

What is the name of the scheme launched by the government to provide financial assistance to students from economically weaker sections for pursuing higher education?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)

  2. Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY)

  3. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)

  4. Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme (PMSS)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Post-Matric Scholarship Scheme (PMSS) was launched by the government to provide financial assistance to students from economically weaker sections for pursuing higher education.

Which of the following is NOT a key feature of the NEP 2020's proposed new teacher education framework?

  1. Emphasis on teacher training and professional development.

  2. Introduction of a new teacher licensure system.

  3. Establishment of a National Institute for Teacher Education (NITE).

  4. Recruitment of teachers based on merit and qualifications.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The NEP 2020's proposed new teacher education framework emphasizes teacher training and professional development, introduces a new teacher licensure system, and recruits teachers based on merit and qualifications. It does not propose to establish a National Institute for Teacher Education (NITE).

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