Role of Indian Knowledge System in NEP 2020: A Comparative Study

Abstract

To promote a more inclusive and balanced learning environment, the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 seeks to reintegrate the Indian Knowledge System (IKS) into contemporary educational frameworks. The IKS is a comprehensive collection of traditional knowledge, methods, and beliefs that have been refined over thousands of years in a variety of disciplines, including philosophy, science, the arts, and spirituality. Simple random sampling methods were used to select 150 sample, all 18 years of age or older, from different colleges of MLSU, Udaipur Rajasthan. A questionnaire on the Role of Indian Knowledge Systems in NEP-2020 was utilized to accomplish the research goal. The questionnaire consisted of 25 statements that addressed aspects. The researcher used a survey to collect the data. The collected data was subjected to suitable statistical methods, including frequency, percentage, Chi2 value, and p-value to ascertain the research findings. The findings shows the undergraduate respondents have better understanding about role of IKS in the NEP 2020. In conclusion, the dimensions of role of IKS in the NEP 2020 i.e. awareness and understanding of IKS, perception of IKS and attitude of IKS are shows non-significant difference with qualification. The other dimensions are cultural and ethical relevance, and interdisciplinary relevance shows significant difference with qualification.

Keywords: National Education Policy, Indian Knowledge System, Simple Random Sampling, Undergraduate and Qualification

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