New Education Policy 2020

After National Education Policy of 1986 the Government has approved  New Education Policy 2020. This is the third major change in the education policy of independent India. Earlier, in 1968 and 1986, changes were made in the National Education Policy. Although in the year of 1992 some changes were also brought in education policy of 1986, but now the structure of education has been completely changed. In the year 2017, the Education Policy Committee was formed under the chairmanship of former ISRO chief Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan. This committee presented the draft of New Education Policy in the year 2019. This year it was approved on 29 July 2020 under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. With this, the Ministry of Human Resource Development has been renamed as Ministry of Education. Earlier in 1985, the then Rajiv Gandhi government changed the name of Ministry of Education to Ministry of Human Resource Development.

The main objective of the new education policy is to attract children to education, skill development and to provide opportunities to the students who are outside the mainstream of education. Instead of the Ratta method, student's ability to remember, understanding, analyze skills will be developed. The total government spending on education has now been targeted to increase from 3% to 6%.

In the New Education Policy 2020 which came after 34 years, all the rules have been changed from primary education to higher education. Till now the format of this education was 10 + 2 but now it has been changed to 5 + 3 + 3 + 4.

What is new education policy and it's features

10 + 2 i.e. from class 1 to class 12 which includes primary education, secondary education and higher secondary education. All the students have to get this education from a board under the state government. Although the new education policy 5 + 3 + 3 + 4 will also be taught by the government till class 12, but for this, now the student will have to give 15 years instead of 12 years. What is New Education Policy 2020 let's understand.

Friends, we usually admit our children in school at the age of 6 and at the age of 18, student passes 12th standard. He will still be able to pass 12th at the age of 18, but his admission will now have to be done at the age of 3 years instead of 6 years. Under the new education policy (5 + 3 + 3 + 4), compulsory education of the child will be completed in four stages.

Foundation Stage (5 years)

Foundation stage program is of 5 years. This is the initial stage of children's education, under which the children will be enhanced towards school. Children learn to sit in school or anganwadi for 3 years from the beginning i.e. pre-primary. Along with this, children will also be given activities related to sports along with education so that interest in the school will be increased in them. Children will start taking interest in school as they study. Special teachers will also be arranged for this. After this, for the next two years, classe-1 and class-2 will be studied. Semi-annual and annual examinations have been removed from these classes so that children do not feel compelled to take the exam.

Preparatory stage (3 years)

In the preparatory stage, children will be taught from class 3 to class 5. In Preparatory stage of new education policy, children will be able to study Hindi or in their local / regional language. In these classes children will be introduced to subjects like Mathematics, Social, Arts and Science. The necessity of english language will be abolished and taught as a subject. Even for an English Medium school, it will be mandatory to teach children in the local language. Overall, an attempt has been made to remove the mental fear and stress in children.

Middle Stage (3 years)

According to new education policy middle stage includes classes from 6 to 8. In this stage, children will be prepared for the future. Along with studies, their professional skills will also be enhanced. In this stage, children will get computer related course like coding, software designing and mobile application designing etc. Apart from this, children will be able to do any professional course (basic knowledge of sewing, carpenter, painting, etc.) as per their wish. Along with subjects like Mathematics, Social Science, Arts, one more Indian language (eg Culture, Punjabi, Maithili) will also be compulsory.

Secondary Stage (4 years)

The secondary level is consists classes 9 to 12. In the secondary level, with some rigor than others, some convenience is also given. Now the examinations will be taken semester wise rather not once a year. That is, now all the courses will be taught in two semesters, so accordingly there will be examinations twice a year. With this, freedom of choice of subjects has been given. The freedom to choose the subject was earlier after 10th standard, but now the student of 9th class can also choose their subjects as per their wish. After tenth class, the student had to plan for the future. In the future, he used to study on the basis of which faculty he wants to do his business or work in, choosing his faculty or subjects. But the special thing is that now the student can include the book of any faculty in his subject as per his convenience. That is, now an art student will be able to read science or commerce books as per his interest and a science or commerce student can also read history, geography and politics. This is the biggest feature of new education policy. Apart from this, students can also read a foreign language (eg French, Spanish, German, Japanese, Italian, Russian etc.) in secondary stage.

Graduation / post graduation degree

In new education policy the structure of graduation has been completely changed. The graduation course has now been extended to four years. B.A. , B.Com, B.Sc, the pattern has been removed and now only graduation has been done. For all four years, four certificates will be given. Certificate on first year course, Diploma on second year course, Bachelor's degree on third year course and Research on fourth year course. However there are 2 options in graduation. Students who graduate for a job or bachelor's degree will be able to get Graduation degree as before by doing 3-year graduation course, while students who wish to do a direct post-graduation (PG- MA, M.Com, M.Sc) after a bachelor's degree then the course will be for 2 years . While, the post graduation course is only for one year for those students which have completed total 4 year in graduation course.

B.Ed course

For students doing B.Ed after 12th, this course will be 4 years while for students who have graduated degree, then this course will be of 2 years. On the other hand, if a student has obtained post graduation degree, then he will achieve B.Ed degree in just one year.

M.Phil Course

The M.Phil degree has now been abolished. Previously, one had to do M.Phil after post graduation to get Ph.D degree.

Students whose course is missed in the middle will no longer have to repeat the entire course. In the New Education Policy, this facility has been provided them. They can start their study back right from there where they had left their studies.

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what is yoga

Yoga is not only a physical exercise but also it is a spiritual process. It is an art of living. The real meaning of yoga is to add (plus). Action to connecting mind, body and soul mutually is called yoga. It is a practice to having control over mind and body.

Yoga is called Yog in Hindi. The meaning of yoga is nowadays being understood as physical workout. Physical exercise is not complete Yoga but it is a part of Yoga.

India is considered as father of yoga. However, Yoga had begun with the rise of human civilization. But Maharishi Patanjali did the work of threading it into one formula (Sutra). Patanjali was born on 220 BC in India. He introduced yoga in a simple language.  Patanjali's written compositions today have helped to spread yoga to the whole world.

The goal of yoga is to make all-around development of human beings. All-around development refers to the physical, mental, spiritual, moral, and social development of a human being.

It is said that the mind is fickle. It never stops, never tired. It always keeps thinking something. Any good and bad activities that a man does is due to his mind. Because what the man thinks leads to the same work. Yoga makes humans physically, mentally and spiritually healthy.

There are six organs of yoga in which Ashtanga is also one. Ashtanga has eight organs. These eight organs are Yama, Niyama, Asana, Pranayama, Pratyahara, Dharna, Dhyana and Samadhi. Adopting these eight organs of yoga is truly yoga. By adopting these eight organs of yoga, a man can be able to progress himself physically, mentally and spiritually.

Today, Baba Ramdev has contributed a lot in taking the whole world towards yoga. Considering the prevalence of yoga, The United Nations General Assembly declared June 21, 2015 as World Yoga Day, on the request of India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Since then, every year on 21 June is celebrated as World Yoga Day.

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how to lose weight

Obesity is a condition in which excessive amount of fat in the body is accumulated. It also causes many other diseases in the body. Today, obesity has taken the form of an epidemic due to unhealthy lifestyle. Obesity increases fat in the body that causes many diseases in the body. Some people are so fat that their body and faces lose their attraction due to obesity.

People are upset due to obesity. They use medical drugs. Immeasurable use of medical drugs increases the weight instead weight loss.

How to lose weight fast

Man takes many measures to avoid obesity and reduce his weight. But really, what are that ways by which obesity can be avoided or you can lose your weight fast.

First, you have to set in your mind that you really want to lose weight. Because, without making sure you won't be able to follow the rules of lose weight.

Drinking water before meals

Obesity increases the amount of calories in fat. Consuming water every hour increase metabolism, Which is helpful in burning the amount of calories in fat. It is especially beneficial to drink half a liter of water before eating food to lose weight.

Drink coffee and green tea

Coffee and Green tea are both helpful in reducing lose weight. The both increase metabolism in the body. According to a study consuming green tea or coffee 2-3 times a day can reduce the calories in fat.

Loose weight by Fasting

Apart from this, eating only once a day or fasting two or three times a week is also a good habit. Being constantly eating also causes obesity and stomach diseases. Therefore, eating one time in obesity and fasting at least three times a week help in reducing stomach related diseases and obesity. But this does not mean that you spoil your health in the process of increasing metabolism.

Calorie is the measurement of energy in the body. If the energy has gone from the body then how is health? Must eat so that energy remains in the body.

Don't eat fast food

Oil rich food such as fast food intake or cold drink is also the biggest factor of obesity. Fast food increases the amount of calories in the body rapidly which causes obesity. Eat raw vegetables which help in reducing fat. Person who really wish to lose weight must not take fast food.

Do physical exercises

Physical exercise is a conditional way to lose weight. Physical exercise such as jogging, exercise, physical game(Cricket,football, basketball), swimming, joining gym e.t.c.

Friends, these were some basic rules by which you can lose weight. Neither have I claimed to use any medicine of these rules nor have I given any home remedies.

If you follow these rules sincerely then surely you can get rid of this dilemma.

For this, like I said in the beginning, you have to set your mind. It is so sure that your body will not be as slim as before but to a large extent you can reduce your obesity and weight.

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Apply Online for Indian Passport

What is passport- A Passport is an important travel document for those that are travelling abroad for education, business purposes, medical attendance, pilgrimage, tourism and family visits. This document is important travel documents especially used for identification for air travel. Details of name, date of birth, gender and place of birth are presented for ascertain identity of person in this document.

How to apply for passport online

You can online apply for passport through Passport Seva Online Portal.Click on Register Now. Fill all required details than click on Register below. After registration Login into Portal with Login Id and Password.

In next step Click on "Apply for Fresh Passport and Re issue of Passport" link given in sidebar.

Follow further instructions to apply for passport

• Apply for Fresh Passport and Re issue of Passport
• Click here to fill the application form online
• Select your state and district
• Fresh passport
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After these steps, fill all required Applicant Details in Form. All fields are very easy to fill. Successfully submission of the details then proceed to make payment.

What is the fee for passport (Indian passport renewal fees)

• For Fresh and Re-issue passport including additional booklet which has 36 pages the fee is Rs 1500/-
• Fees for Tatkal Passport (Emergency Passport) is 2000/-
• For Fresh and Re-issue passport including additional booklet which has 60 pages the fee is Rs 2000/-
• Fees for Tatkal Passport (Emergency Passport) is 2000/-

Fees is non-refundable

After making payment print the Application Receipt containing Application Reference Number, and Appointment Number. Then you have to visit to your Regional Passport Office on date specified on Application Receipt.

Carrying Printout of Application Receipt is not so necessary during your visit to Passport Office.

Only An SMS with your Appointment Details can be accepted as the proof of Appointment.

How can I renew my Indian passport online

To renew a passport online you have to follow the same instructions that are for new passport.

Click on "Apply for Fresh Passport and Re issue of Passport" link. Then the procedure is the same as you have been told above.

How long does a passport last for? (Validity of an Indian passport)

Validity of passport can be found on your Passport Book or on your Passport Card. Although, the passport has validity of 10 years, but In case, if the passport issued before the age of 16 years, the validity of the passport would be 5 years.

Thus, you can Apply Online for Passport right from home easily. Remember that, as you have been mentioned above that you have to visit Passport Office once. After this, the police will come to your home for verification.

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