NCERT’s new identity: Questions that remain
India's Ministry of Education has granted deemed university status to the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), marking a significant shift in the country's education landscape. The move expands NCERT's mandate, raising questions about its future role.
India's Ministry of Education has granted deemed university status to the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT). NCERT was established in 1961 as an autonomous body under the Union government and has been responsible for curriculum design, textbook development, and pedagogical guidance for school education. The transformation into a university signals an expansion of its mandate. NCERT's new status raises questions about its future role and responsibilities. The change is expected to impact the country's education landscape significantly. The decision was made recently, highlighting the government's efforts to reform the education sector.
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