Bengaluru, June 30, 2025 – The Karnataka government has been actively working to expand English-medium education in response to growing demand from parents and students, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas. This initiative aligns with broader educational reforms under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, aiming to enhance access to quality education and improve employability […]
Introduction In Karnataka, the education system for Grades 8–12 is undergoing a transformative shift to incorporate skill-oriented classes, aligning with national initiatives like the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the Skill India Mission. These classes aim to equip students with practical, job-oriented skills alongside academic learning, fostering holistic development and preparing them for future […]
Bengaluru, March 7, 2025 – The Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (KSCPCR) has urged the state government to reconsider the mandatory six-year age criterion for Class 1 admissions. This rule, introduced under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, has sparked widespread protests among parents, who argue that it disrupts the educational progression […]
Bengaluru, February 28, 2025 – The enforcement of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020’s age criterion for Class 1 admissions has sparked widespread concern among parents in Karnataka. The rule mandates that children must be at least six years old by June 1 of the academic year they enter Class 1. This decision, announced in […]