Q. Which of the following Programmes/Schemes is/are NOT included in meeting the objectives of National Education Policy 2020?
1. ULLAS
2. DIKSHA
3. Bharat Nirman Programme
Select the correct answer from the code given below :
a) 1 and 2
b) Only 3
c) 1 and 3
d) Only 1
Correct Answer: b) Only 3
Question from UPPSC Prelims 2025
Explanation:
Only 3 (Bharat Nirman Programme) is not related to NEP 2020 objectives.
– ULLAS: ‘Understanding Lifelong Learning for All in Society’ (ULLAS) is the rebranded New India Literacy Programme (2022–27) under MoE to implement NEP 2020’s Adult Education & Lifelong Learning mandate (Section 21). It focuses on adult literacy, basic education, critical life skills, vocational skills, and continuing education—squarely aligned with NEP 2020.
– DIKSHA: The Digital Infrastructure for Knowledge Sharing platform supports NEP 2020 by providing digital learning content, teacher professional development, and QR-coded textbooks (also integrated under PM eVIDYA). It directly advances NEP’s technology-in-education goals.
– Bharat Nirman Programme: A 2005 rural infrastructure initiative (roads, housing, irrigation, electrification, telecom, drinking water), not an education scheme and not part of NEP 2020 implementation.
