Curriculum content reduction – UGC NET Question

NEP 2020 argues that overloaded syllabi leave little time for deep engagement, so content should be reduced to core essentials to enable richer understanding, critical thinking and experiential learning.

Option A:
This option is incorrect because the policy explicitly seeks to reduce rote memorisation and note learning, not to create more time for them.

Option B:
This option correctly reflects NEP 2020’s stated reason for rationalising curriculum content: to free time for deeper, application-oriented learning.

Option C:
Shortening the school year is not given as a reason for reducing content; instructional time is still needed for meaningful learning activities.

Option D:
NEP 2020 does not recommend removing all challenging topics, but rather prioritising essential, developmentally appropriate content.