Context: The Ministry of Education has announced that an AI and Computational Thinking (CT) curriculum will be introduced in all schools from Class 3 onwards starting the academic year 2026–27. About AI and Computational Thinking (CT) curriculum: What it is? A structured curriculum on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Computational Thinking (CT) to be integrated into …
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Source: TH Context: Prime Minister of India condoled the passing of Dr. K. Kasturirangan, a towering figure in India’s space and education sectors, who passed away at the age of 84. About Dr. K. Kasturirangan: Who he was? Eminent astrophysicist and former Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). Served as Secretary to the …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 21 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: TH Context: On November 6, 2024, the Union Cabinet approved PM Vidyalaxmi, a Central Sector Scheme aimed at providing financial support to meritorious students pursuing higher education. The scheme offers collateral-free and guarantor-free loans to cover tuition fees and related expenses for students admitted to select quality institutions ranked by the National Institutional Ranking …
UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 7 November 2024 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles InstaLinks : Insta Links help you think beyond the current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. …
Source: PIB Context: The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme, aimed at providing financial support to meritorious students, ensuring that financial challenges do not hinder anyone in India from pursuing quality higher education. About PM Vidyalaxmi Scheme: Objective: To provide financial assistance to meritorious students, eliminating financial …
GS Paper 2 Syllabus: Social Justice – Education Source: IE Context: From a new policy that outlines the education roadmap for the next 20 years to sweeping changes in school textbooks and the opening up of the Indian higher education space to foreign players the education sector has made some positive changes in the past …
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Introduction: The introduction of the National Education Policy, 2020 (NEP), Kerala has viewed the policy document with serious disagreements. However, two years down the line, the State has begun to warm up to some of the provisions, albeit with considerable hesitance. What prompted the State’s initial apathy to NEP, 2020? Entrusted by the …
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Introduction: Early childhood education is education for children at early age especially between the ages of three and six. It is commonly referred to as preschool, nursery school or simply early education. During this period, children learn the social, emotional, physical and cognitive abilities which are important for child development in future. Unfortunately, …
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Context: The Government is organising a Science Week, ‘Vigyan Sarvatra Pujyate’, as a prelude to National Science Day on February 28 that commemorates Sir C.V. Raman’s discovery on light scattering. The programme appears to have been designed to make youth be proud about India’s scientific achievements. Using this opportunity as nationalistic mission is rather …
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GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Issues related to Education. Context: The Academic Bank of Credits (ABC) is expected to be implemented from this academic year. However, this scheme has many pros and cons and there are issues which still need to be addressed before it gets implemented. Concerns and challenges associated: ABC will …
GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Issues related to Education. Context: The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has relaxed the eligibility criteria for accreditation of higher educational institutions. Need for: The purpose of the change, according to the guidelines, is to “widen the horizon of accreditation”. What are the current rules for …
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GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Government policies and interventions for development in various sectors and issues arising out of their design and implementation. National Education Policy Context: Chief Minister M K Stalin has said the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 will not be implemented in Tamil Nadu. An expert committee would be formed soon …
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GS Paper 2: Topics Covered: Issues related to Education. ‘Samagra Shiksha Scheme 2.0’ Context: The Centre has approved the continuation of the ‘Samagra Shiksha Scheme’ for school education for the next five years till March 31, 2026. The scheme has also been revamped now with the addition of new Components/initiatives based on the recommendations of …
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