India's Centralized Education Policy Sparks Backlash from Sonia Gandhi and University Leaders
Published on 4.5.25
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 has sparked widespread controversy in India, with critics accusing it of promoting centralization, commercialization, and communalization of education. The opposition is led by Sonia Gandhi, who claims that the policy undermines federalism and prioritizes political objectives over educational welfare.
University leaders have stated that they will not accept the policy under any circumstances, citing concerns over its potential impact on school education across the country. Critics argue that the policy fails to address the concerns of state governments, which were not consulted during its formulation.
The introduction of NEP 2020 has been seen as a move by the Centre to exert greater control over education, which was previously a state subject. This has led to fears that it will result in a loss of autonomy for state governments and universities, ultimately undermining the federal structure of the country.
Critics argue that the policy fails to address the concerns of state governments, which were not consulted during its formulation. The controversy surrounding NEP 2020 highlights the need for a more inclusive and consultative approach to policy-making in India's education sector.