Question no 43: According to the National Education Policy 1978, what changes were proposed for higher education?
Answer: The policy focused on physical facilities, academic atmosphere, and balanced activities in colleges, introduced four-year degree programs in higher education, improved admission procedures, and strengthened the University Grants Commission.
Question no 44: In the context of the National Education Policy 1978, how did the policy plan to encourage better academic environments in colleges?
Answer: The policy aimed to discourage agitational politics and promote a conducive academic atmosphere.
Question no 45: According to the National Education Policy 1978, what institutions were established for educational planning and management?
Answer: The policy led to the establishment of the Academy of Higher Education and the Academy of Educational Planning and Management.
Question no 46: With reference to the National Education Policy 1978, how did the policy address the issue of teacher training and skill development?
Answer: It proposed the creation of a College of Technical Education for teacher training and skill development.
Question no 47: According to the National Education Policy 1978, what steps were taken to ensure the effective implementation of primary education goals?
Answer: The policy emphasized the importance of not diverting funds budgeted for primary education to other purposes and mobilizing community resources and participation.
Question no 48: In the context of the National Education Policy 1978, how did the policy plan to boost student enrollment in secondary schools?
Answer: It proposed the introduction of a second shift system in schools where feasible.
