Scheme for Promotion of Culture of Science

There is a pressing need to strengthen STEM (science, technology, engineering & mathematics) education by creating additional infrastructure for hands-on and engaging activities. In this regard, highlight the major provisions in the National Education Policy, 2020 to strengthen STEM education in India. (250 Words)

Approach:

• Introduce by giving data on people in STEM in India
• Briefly enumerate why there is a need to strengthen STEM.
• Enumerate major provisions in NEP, 2020 to strengthen STEM in India
• Way Forward and Conclusion