UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

In the preparatory stage, NEP 2020 suggests moving gradually from play toward more formal classroom learning while still maintaining activity-based and discovery-based methods. The aim is to deepen foundational literacy and numeracy and introduce more subjects in an engaging way. This stage builds curiosity and comprehension.

Option A:
Pure rote learning without understanding is explicitly criticised in the policy.

Option B:
This option matches NEP’s emphasis on interactive learning, projects and simple experiments in Grades 3–5.

Option C:
High-stakes exam pressure is not intended at this early stage.

Option D:
Competitive sports training alone cannot define the curriculum for these grades.