Examining the Challenges and Opportunities in Physical Education According to NEP 2020

Education involves facilitating learning and acquiring knowledge, skills, values, morals, beliefs, and habits. India’s new education system aims to influence every citizen’s life positively. The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 marks a significant shift, particularly crucial during the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing children’s health, happiness, and immunity. NEP-2020 integrates several pivotal aspects for a child’s holistic development. By bridging the gap between curricular and extracurricular activities, it recognizes sports as vital as other subjects such as English or Science, enhancing children’s enjoyment and engagement in school.