Public Administration and Educational Reforms: A Study of NEP 2020

Abstract

Education plays a crucial role in the socio-economic and political development of a nation. In India, educational reforms have continuously evolved to address changing national and global needs. The introduction of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 marked a significant transformation in the Indian education system after more than three decades. NEP 2020 aims to promote quality education, skill development, inclusiveness, flexibility, digital learning, and holistic development. Public administration plays an essential role in the successful implementation of educational policies through planning, coordination, governance, resource management, and institutional reforms. This paper examines the relationship between public administration and educational reforms with special reference to NEP 2020. It also analyzes the objectives, features, implementation challenges, and administrative implications of the policy.