What challenge does the secondary and higher secondary education system face, according to the National Education Policy 2009?
a) Lack of teachers
b) Low student enrollment
c) High dropout rates
d) Excessive vocational emphasis
How does the policy recommend preventing dropouts due to financial reasons in secondary education?
a) Standardized testing
b) Increasing teacher salaries
c) Expanding provision in rural areas
d) Providing financial support to students
What is the focus of counseling facilities in secondary education, as per the National Education Policy 2009?
a) Career-focused counseling only
b) Addressing psychological distress and encouraging positive behavior
c) Providing academic guidance only
d) Promoting vocational education
What is the primary enrollment goal for higher education, according to the National Education Policy 2009?
a) 5% by 2015
b) 10% by 2015 and 15% by 2020
c) 20% by 2020
d) 25% by 2025
What percentage of the GDP does the policy recommend allocating to the total education budget?
a) 5%
b) 7%
c) 10%
d) 15%
What is the primary focus of the two-fold strategy for research and development in higher education, as per the National Education Policy 2009?
a) Industry partnerships only
b) Knowledge mobilization only
c) Basic research capacity and knowledge mobilization through industry partnerships
d) Competitive research grants only
