भारत में राष्ट्रीय शिक्षा नीति और सार्वजनिक व्यय के मुद्दे का एक अध्ययन

Education plays a crucial role in addressing systemic inequalities and building an inclusive society in India. Since independence, the Government of India and the States have prioritized education, establishing numerous Education Commissions. Over the years, several education policies have shaped this sector: the first National Policy on Education in 1968, the second in 1986 (revised in 1992), and the new National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, implemented almost after 34 years. NEP 2020 provides a framework for education across all levels and regions. Before NEP 2020 Government of India has taken few initiatives which include the National Curriculum Framework 2005 and the Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act 2009, both of which uphold fundamental constitutional principles. Quality education is vital for India's economic development, social justice, and cultural unity. This paper analyzes the evolution of education policies in India since independence, emphasizing the significance and implications of the NEP 2020. The paper attempts to argue that government spending on education in India is approximately 4 percent of GDP. Unless this is increased to 6 percent, to achive the goal of the National Education Policy is impossible.