Question

Which among the following statements are true about the National Policy on Education of 1968?

• A. Provisions were made to provide free and compulsory education for all children below 14 years of age.
• B. The emoluments and service standards of teachers were to be increased with due regards to their responsibilities and qualifications.
• C. The 5+3+3+4 curricular structure was to be introduced from higher secondary to college level.
• D. The three language formula were to be introduced at secondary level with Hindi, English, and the regional language of his state.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B), (D)

The correct options are
A Provisions were made to provide free and compulsory education for all children below 14 years of age.
B The emoluments and service standards of teachers were to be increased with due regards to their responsibilities and qualifications.
D The three language formula were to be introduced at secondary level with Hindi, English, and the regional language of his state.

The National Policy on Education-1986 was a comprehensive frame work to guide the development of education in the country. Under this policy, emphasis was given to provide free and compulsory education under Article 45 of Indian constitution, education of teachers and in-service training, language development, and a uniform education structure. It special emphasis on the removal of disparities and to provide equal opportunities in education. It aimed in to promoting economic and social development at the grassroots level in rural India. It also suggested spending around 6% of Indian GDP in education.