UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

The policy clearly states that universal access to quality education is envisaged from age 3 to 18. This covers early childhood, school education and secondary level. It extends the practical focus beyond the current legal RTE band of 6–14. Thus, the correct answer is ages 3–18.

Option A:
Ages 6–14 reflect the current RTE Act range but NEP’s vision is broader than this.

Option B:
Ages 3–18 match the new school structure and the foundational to secondary stages planned in the policy.

Option C:
Ages 18–25 relate more to higher education and are not the main universalisation band in school education.

Option D:
Ages 0–3 are addressed through early care and parental support but are not the complete span for schooling.