NCERT has released the final version of National Curriculum Framework (NCF)
National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has released the final version of National Curriculum Framework (NCF). As per this new framework there will be two Indian languages compulsory subjects in class IX and class X and one in class XI and class XII. There will be semester system for classes XI and XII. Board exams will be held twice a year in both classes X and XII helping students to give exam in the related learnings during the semester itself.Ten subjects, including three languages, to be taught in class IX and X with an external exam for seven of them. Further, six compulsory subjects, including two languages, to be taught in class XI and XII with external exams in them.
Last revision in NCF was in 2005. It is believed that the new curriculum will bring radical changes in the present educational system. It is also mentioned that States will not be forced to adopt this new system but will have option to choose it.
Members may share their views on this change in curriculum in our schools.