Indian Knowledge Systems integration – UGC NET Question

NEP 2020 encourages inclusion of India’s rich knowledge traditions in areas like mathematics, astronomy, health and arts. It emphasises that this should be done rigorously and critically, linking past insights with modern disciplines. This integration aims to build cultural rootedness along with scientific temper.

Option A:
Excluding IKS would ignore valuable indigenous contributions and conflicts with NEP’s cultural aims.

Option B:
This option captures the nuanced approach: drawing on IKS while maintaining critical thinking and modern standards.

Option C:
Teaching IKS only through rote memorisation would contradict NEP’s stress on understanding and enquiry.

Option D:
Limiting IKS to religious instruction would misrepresent its broad scientific and artistic dimensions.