Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan emphasized that the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 will liberate India’s younger generation from the colonial “Macaulay-era mindset.” Speaking in Nagpur, he highlighted that the policy, now in its sixth year, is designed to transform education by promoting mother-tongue learning, self-reliance, and holistic development
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has reiterated that the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is a cornerstone in realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of freeing India’s youth from the colonial-era “Macaulay mentality.” Addressing media in Nagpur, Pradhan stressed that NEP will usher in a paradigm shift in education, aligning it with India’s cultural roots and future aspirations.
Key Highlights / Notable Updates
• Transformative Vision: NEP 2020 aims to dismantle remnants of the colonial education system and foster a self-reliant generation.
• Mother-Tongue Learning: The policy emphasizes instruction in regional languages to strengthen cultural identity and improve comprehension.
• Holistic Development: Focus on skill-building, vocational training, and multidisciplinary learning to prepare youth for global challenges.
• Demographic Advantage: With India’s large youth population, the education system carries the responsibility of equipping future generations with modern knowledge rooted in Indian ethos.
• Implementation Progress: Now in its sixth year, NEP reforms are being rolled out across schools, higher education, and technical institutions nationwide.
Pradhan underlined that NEP is not just an academic reform but a nation-building initiative, designed to empower India’s youth to think independently and contribute meaningfully to the country’s growth.
Sources: UNI India Moneycontrol