NEP-Helpline

The Government of Karnataka is keen on implementing the National

Education Policy (NEP) from this academic year (i.e.,2021-22) onwards
and has passed a Government order to this effect. Indian Academy
Degree College, Autonomous, (IADCA) Bangalore has implemented the
NEP from this academic year and the same is communicated to the
parents and students. 

Should any of the parents/students have any further queries regarding

the implementation of NEP at Indian Academy Degree College
Autonomous, Bangalore they may write to _____________ or call
_______________ during working hours (9am-4 pm) from Monday to
Friday and 9am to 2pm on Saturdays.  

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) related to National

Educational Policy (NEP)
1. What is National Educational Policy (NEP)?
It is the Educational Policy announced by the Government of India in
the year 2020 and adopted by the Government of Karnataka is the first
state to adopt in the year 2021. The government of India has notified
NEP2020 on July 29th 2020 based on Dr. Kasturirangan Committee’s
Report. The Government of Karnataka had constituted a Task force to
suggest an implementation Framework for NEP 2020. The Government
through the NEP 2020 would like to bring back the ancient system
combined with the integration of modern technology and curbing
commercialization of education in the country through implementation
of NEP 2020. This apart, promoting Indian Languages and protect the
culture and ethos of Indian values is one of the objectives of this
policy.
If you are interested in knowing more about it, please read the
National Educational Policy Document
(https://www.education.gov.in/sites/upload_files/mhrd/files/NEP_
Final_English_0.pdf)

2. What is the stand of the Government of Karnataka regarding

NEP?
The Government of Karnataka has accepted NEP with some
modifications it will be implemented across all colleges and
universities in Karnataka from October 2021. Under NEP, all the
undergraduate degree programmes will be of four years duration. It
will also have multiple exit options for the students. It is based on
credit system. A student who completes all the 4 years will become
a graduate with an Honours Degree. A student who completes 3
 years of degree will get a degree, a student completing 2 years can
exit with a Diploma and a student who completes 1 year can exit
with a certificate. For further details on the credits, kindly refer to
the structure of the Programme.

3. What languages should I take under NEP?

As per the order of the Government of Karnataka, under NEP there
are Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course (AECC). Languages
come under the AECC. A student has to take two languages each
semester. However, any student who has studied Kannada at any
stage during his tenure of studies from primary to class 12/PUC will
have to take Kannada as the 1st Language and can choose the 2nd
language from a bouquet of languages like English, Hindi, French
etc. However, any student who has not at all studied kannada until
class 12/PUC should study functional kannada as one of the
languages in one semester. IADCA will provide extra support to
such students in terms of special classes, additional lectures and
other support.

4. How many semesters should I study the languages?

You will have to study Kannada and the other language of your
choice for first FOUR semesters.

5. What are Open Electives (OEs)? Is there any restriction on

choosing the OEs?
With an idea of providing knowledge from other streams, Open
Electives Courses (OEC) are offered by various departments with
the college. These courses are generic in nature, introducing you to
some of the interesting topics associated with a field of study.
Normally, the OEs will be only of one semester duration. You
allowed to choose any open elective from any departments but
subject to the availability. In fact, it is difficult operationally to run
all the OEs. It will be based on the demand for OEs opted by the
students. However, if for any reason, an OE is not offered to any
student, he will be given second choice to select any other OE from
the available options.

6. Am I allowed to change OEs every semester?

Yes, a student may choose any Open Elective as per his choice
every semester, however in special cases, there may be a pre-
requisite to choose an open elective.

7. What are DSCs?

 These are courses that are offered by a department to those
students who have opted to study their field as core subjects.
Students will have to study all these core subjects.

8. What are Skill Enhancement Courses (SEC)?

As per the NEP, the committee identified a gap between the current
state of LOs and what is required should be bridged.
In this regard, more emphasis on Skills and Values from preschools to
HEs is the key of NEP2020.
The Skill Enhancement Course (SECs) are meant to improve the
skill levels of the students in various domains. Few examples are
Digital Fluency, Health and Wellbeing, Environmental studies, Yoga,
cultural activities etc.

9. What are DSEs?

These are courses that are offered by the department to the
students from semester 5 to 8. Students are allowed to choose any
Discipline Elective of their choice out of the options provided to
them and in the field or interest of their specialisation. For details,
you may refer to the detailed curriculum of the specific Programme.

10. Whom should I approach If I have any clarifications or

doubts in this regard?
The first point of contact for you will be your class teacher,
However, you may approach the concerned Head of the Department
to seek further clarification.