Bal Bhavans concept – UGC NET Question

Bal Bhavans are imagined as creative spaces where children can explore arts, sports and hobbies outside regular school hours. NEP 2020 sees them as hubs of enrichment and joyful learning. They provide additional opportunities without academic pressure.

Option A:
Exam coaching is not their primary goal; the focus is on creativity, play and holistic activities.

Option B:
Restricting them to high achievers would defeat their inclusive purpose and contradict NEP’s equity aims.

Option C:
This option correctly describes Bal Bhavans as open, activity-based centres that supplement rather than replace schools, supporting holistic development.

Option D:
Teacher hostels serve different needs and are not equivalent to Bal Bhavans.