News: The Union Cabinet has approved the New National Education Policy(NEP).
Facts:
- Aim: To create an education system that contributes directly to transforming the country, providing high-quality education to all, and making India a global knowledge superpower.
Key Highlights:
- Public Spending: To increase public spending on education to nearly 6% of gross domestic product (GDP) from around 4%.
- Renamed: Ministry of Human Resource and Development(MHRD) to be renamed Ministry of Education.
