Q11. Which of the following is NOT a feature of the National Education Policy 2020?
a) Multilingualism
b) Standardization of curriculum
c) Emphasis on rote learning
d) Flexibility in subject choices
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Correct Answer: c) Emphasis on rote learning
Explanation: The NEP 2020 emphasizes critical thinking, creativity, and flexibility in subject choices, moving away from rote learning.
Q12. The Right to Education Act came into force on which date?
a) January 1, 2010
b) April 1, 2010
c) August 15, 2010
d) October 2, 2010
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Correct Answer: b) April 1, 2010
Explanation: The Right to Education Act came into force on April 1, 2010, making education a fundamental right for children aged 6 to 14 years.
Q13. Under the RTE Act, what is the minimum qualification required for teachers?
a) Bachelor’s degree
b) Master’s degree
c) Professional teaching degree
d) Doctorate degree
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Correct Answer: c) Professional teaching degree
Explanation: The RTE Act requires teachers to have the requisite professional teaching degree and academic qualifications to ensure quality education.
Q14. The National Education Policy 2020 proposes the establishment of which regulatory body for higher education?
a) Higher Education Commission of India (HECI)
b) University Grants Commission (UGC)
c) All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
d) National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC)
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Correct Answer: a) Higher Education Commission of India (HECI)
Explanation: The NEP 2020 proposes the establishment of the Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) as a single regulatory body for higher education, except for medical and legal education.
Q15. The Right to Education Act mandates the inclusion of which groups in the 25% reservation in private schools?
a) Scheduled Castes (SCs)
b) Scheduled Tribes (STs)
c) Socially and economically backward classes
d) All of the above
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Correct Answer: d) All of the above
Explanation: The RTE Act mandates the inclusion of Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes (STs), and socially and economically backward classes in the 25% reservation in private schools.
Q16. Which of the following is a key objective of the National Education Policy 2020?
a) Promoting rote learning
b) Reducing the number of school years
c) Ensuring universal access to education
d) Limiting the use of technology in education
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Correct Answer: c) Ensuring universal access to education
Explanation: One of the key objectives of the NEP 2020 is to ensure universal access to education at all levels, from early childhood to higher education.
Q17. The Right to Education Act prohibits the deployment of teachers for which non-educational work?
a) Census duties
b) Election duties
c) Disaster relief duties
d) All of the above
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Correct Answer: d) All of the above
Explanation: The RTE Act prohibits the deployment of teachers for non-educational work, except for census duties, election duties, and disaster relief duties, to ensure they focus on teaching.
Q18. The National Education Policy 2020 aims to achieve 100% Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) in which level of education by 2030?
a) Primary education
b) Secondary education
c) Higher education
d) Preschool to secondary level
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Correct Answer: d) Preschool to secondary level
Explanation: The NEP 2020 aims to achieve a 100% Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) from preschool to secondary level by 2030, ensuring that all children have access to quality education.
Q19. Which act mandates the prohibition of private tuition by teachers?
a) Right to Education Act
b) National Education Policy
c) Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act
d) Education Quality Act
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Correct Answer: a) Right to Education Act
Explanation: The RTE Act mandates the prohibition of private tuition by teachers to ensure equal educational opportunities for all students.
Q20. The National Education Policy 2020 recommends the use of which approach in teaching and learning?
a) Rote learning
b) Multilingualism
c) Monolingualism
d) Standardized testing
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Correct Answer: b) Multilingualism
Explanation: The NEP 2020 recommends the use of multilingualism in teaching and learning to promote linguistic diversity and enhance cognitive abilities.