NEP guiding principles – UGC NET Question

NEP 2020 clearly criticises rote memorisation and exam-oriented learning as major weaknesses of the present system. It advocates understanding, critical thinking and creativity instead. Therefore, promoting rote memorisation cannot be a guiding principle. The other options reflect repeatedly stated values such as flexibility, diversity and holistic education.

Option A:
Flexibility and learner choice are explicitly mentioned as guiding ideas to allow students to follow their interests and talents.

Option B:
Respect for local culture, language and context is central to the policy’s approach to curriculum and pedagogy.

Option C:
Multidisciplinary and holistic learning is a core principle that appears throughout the document.

Option D:
None of the options other than C contradict the core values of NEP, so C is the only incorrect guiding principle.