Which of the following is the new structure of National Education Policy (NEP) that will replace the 10+2 structure of school education?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → 5+3+3+4
The National Education Policy 2020 replaces the 10+2 structure with a 5+3+3+4 design, covering ages 3 to 18:
Foundational stage (5 years) — ages 3-8: three years of pre-school and Classes 1-2
Preparatory stage (3 years) — ages 8-11: Classes 3-5
Middle stage (3 years) — ages 11-14: Classes 6-8
Secondary stage (4 years) — ages 14-18: Classes 9-12