With reference to the CBSE Experience Centre and NEP 2020, consider the following statements: 1. The centre features 12 zones and 21 exhibits to showcase the evolution of school education. 2. NEP 2020 advocates for a return to rote learning to ensure academic excellence. 3. The CBSE Experience Centre in Dwarka covers an area of 6,000 square feet. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Pralhad Joshi slams "marks wadi" education system at new CBSE Experience Centre

GS2Polity · Governance · IR· Education policy· Mains· 28 October 2026

Pedagogical shift from rote to experiential learning: a key GS2 Social Justice and Education theme.

Why in news

Union Minister Pralhad Joshi inaugurated the CBSE Experience Centre in Dwarka and criticized the 'marks wadi' culture, advocating for a shift from rote learning to experiential learning as envisioned by NEP 2020.

Background

The CBSE Experience Centre in Dwarka covers 6,000 square feet with 12 zones and 21 exhibits. It includes archival records dating back to 1935 to showcase the evolution of the school education system.

Facts for Prelims

BodyCBSE: Central Board of Secondary Education
FactCBSE Experience Centre: 6,000 square feet facility with 12 zones and 21 exhibits
SchemeNEP 2020: National Education Policy 2020 emphasizes experiential learning over rote memorization

Prelims practice question

With reference to the CBSE Experience Centre and NEP 2020, consider the following statements:

The centre features 12 zones and 21 exhibits to showcase the evolution of school education.
NEP 2020 advocates for a return to rote learning to ensure academic excellence.
The CBSE Experience Centre in Dwarka covers an area of 6,000 square feet.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a)1 only
(b)3 only
(c)1 and 3 only
(d)1, 2 and 3

Show answer

Answer: (c) 1 and 3 only — Statements 1 and 3 are correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: NEP 2020 emphasizes experiential learning over rote memorization.

For Mains

Q. Critically analyze the challenges in transitioning from a rote-learning-based education system to an experiential learning model as proposed in the National Education Policy 2020.

Dimensions to cover in your answer

Pedagogical shift: Difficulty in redesigning assessment frameworks to measure experiential skills rather than memorized facts
Societal pressure: Entrenched parental and societal obsession with standardized marks hindering holistic student development

Keywords: Experiential Learning · Rote Learning · NEP 2020 · Pedagogical Reform · Holistic Education

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