Q21. The Right to Education Act mandates the provision of free and compulsory education for children in which age group?
a) 3 to 6 years
b) 6 to 14 years
c) 14 to 18 years
d) 6 to 18 years
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Correct Answer: b) 6 to 14 years
Explanation: The RTE Act mandates the provision of free and compulsory education for children aged 6 to 14 years, ensuring that every child has access to elementary education.
Q22. The National Education Policy 2020 proposes the introduction of which new pedagogical structure?
a) 5+3+3+4
b) 6+4+2
c) 4+4+4
d) 3+3+3+3
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Correct Answer: a) 5+3+3+4
Explanation: The NEP 2020 proposes the introduction of a new pedagogical structure of 5+3+3+4, covering foundational, preparatory, middle, and secondary stages of education.
Q23. Which act ensures that no child is held back or expelled until the completion of elementary education?
a) National Education Policy
b) Right to Education Act
c) Public Examination (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act
d) Education Quality Act
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Correct Answer: b) Right to Education Act
Explanation: The RTE Act ensures that no child is held back, expelled, or required to pass a board examination until the completion of elementary education.
Q24. The National Education Policy 2020 emphasizes the use of which technology in education?
a) Artificial Intelligence
b) Blockchain
c) Digital learning
d) Virtual Reality
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Correct Answer: c) Digital learning
Explanation: The NEP 2020 emphasizes the use of digital learning to enhance access to education, promote innovative teaching methods, and bridge the digital divide.
Q25. The Right to Education Act mandates the improvement of school infrastructure within how many years?
a) 1 year
b) 2 years
c) 3 years
d) 5 years
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Correct Answer: c) 3 years
Explanation: The RTE Act mandates that school infrastructure must be improved within three years to meet the prescribed norms and standards, failing which the school’s recognition may be canceled.
Q26. The National Education Policy 2020 aims to promote which type of education for children with disabilities?
a) Segregated education
b) Inclusive education
c) Special education
d) Home-based education
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Correct Answer: b) Inclusive education
Explanation: The NEP 2020 aims to promote inclusive education, where children with and without disabilities learn together, ensuring equal opportunities and access to quality education for all.
Q27. The Right to Education Act mandates the issuance of which document upon the completion of elementary education?
a) Birth certificate
b) Transfer certificate
c) Completion certificate
d) Admission certificate
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Correct Answer: c) Completion certificate
Explanation: The RTE Act mandates that a completion certificate be issued to children upon the completion of their elementary education, recognizing their achievement and facilitating further education.
Q28. The National Education Policy 2020 proposes the establishment of which type of schools to increase participation of disadvantaged girls?
a) Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas
b) Navodaya Vidyalayas
c) Kendriya Vidyalayas
d) Model Schools
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Correct Answer: a) Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas
Explanation: The NEP 2020 proposes the strengthening and expansion of Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalayas to increase the participation of socio-economically disadvantaged girls in quality education up to grade 12.
Q29. The Right to Education Act mandates the sharing of financial responsibilities between which entities?
a) Central and State Governments
b) State Governments and Local Bodies
c) Central Government and Private Schools
d) State Governments and NGOs
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Correct Answer: a) Central and State Governments
Explanation: The RTE Act mandates the sharing of financial and other responsibilities between the Central and State Governments to ensure the effective implementation of the Act.
Q30. The National Education Policy 2020 aims to achieve which Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) in higher education by 2030?
a) 40%
b) 50%
c) 60%
d) 70%
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Correct Answer: b) 50%
Explanation: The NEP 2020 aims to achieve a Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) of 50% in higher education by 2030, ensuring greater access to quality education for all learners.