Shodh Sari-An International Multidisciplinary Journal
Vol-04, Issue-01 (Jan-Mar 2025)
An International scholarly/ academic journal, peer-reviewed/ refereed journal, ISSN : 2959-1376
Prospects Of NEP 2020 In the Field of Research in Higher Education
Lemkhaba1 and Pattnaik, P.K.2
1Research Scholar, Department of Teacher Education, Nagaland University, Kohima Campus, Meriema
2Professor, Department of Teacher Education, Nagaland University, Kohima Campus, Meriema
Received: Feb 11, 2024
Accepted: May 05, 2024
Published: Jan 01, 2025
Thematic Classification: National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, Higher Education Research, Academic Innovation, Policy Impact, Research Infrastructure, Indian Education System.
Abstract
The National Education Policy of 2020 came after 34 years, the last being the NPE in 1984. The NEP 2020 envisages transforming India’s education system and has touched upon every aspect of education. Educational research is the heart of any education system as it is through educational research that improvements in education can be brought through well-designed research studies. To keep abreast with the change in times, new researches have to be undertaken; only then can we bring changes that society expects, and if we want to introduce any policies in the education system, we can undertake educational research to know whether these policies would be applicable or not in the education system as well as any dead leaves can be identified and removed from the system. However, the NEP 2020 has remarked that India is spending a low amount in the field of research and realizing the importance of research for the advancement of our nation; it has given much impetus to it and envisages establishing the National Research Foundation in the field of research. With the strides our country is making in the field of research, if the recommendations proposed by the NEP 2020 in the field of research are realized, the future prospects of research look promising. This paper attempts to understand the importance of educational research and what the future prospects of research will look like in light of NEP 2020.
Keywords: Research, NEP 2020 and Higher education
Impact Statement
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 heralds a transformative vision for enhancing research in higher education in India. By emphasizing the creation of a knowledge-driven economy, NEP 2020 aims to establish a robust research ecosystem through multidisciplinary education, innovation, and global collaboration. The policy’s focus on integrating research with teaching, the establishment of the National Research Foundation (NRF), and increased funding for research infrastructure opens new avenues for nurturing research talent and addressing pressing societal challenges.
This forward-looking policy encourages cross-disciplinary research, fostering creativity and innovation that align with global academic standards. It also emphasizes promoting regional and indigenous knowledge systems, thereby ensuring inclusivity and sustainability in research endeavors. The flexibility offered by NEP 2020 for students and educators to explore diverse fields is expected to enhance critical thinking and innovation, driving impactful research outcomes.
The prospects outlined in NEP 2020 have the potential to transform India into a global research hub, fostering intellectual growth, strengthening industry-academia partnerships, and addressing the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This policy sets the stage for a dynamic and inclusive research landscape that empowers students, educators, and institutions to contribute meaningfully to the global knowledge economy.
About The Author
Lemkhaba is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Education at Sao Chang College, Tuensang, Nagaland. He holds a Master’s degree in Education and History, along with a B.Ed. degree. Additionally, he has qualified the UGC-NET (JRF) in Education, demonstrating his academic excellence and research potential. He is currently pursuing a Ph.D., furthering his expertise and contribution to the field of education.
Cite this Article
APA 7th Style: Lemkhaba, & Pattnaik, P. K. (2025). Prospects of NEP 2020 in the field of research in higher education. Shodh Sari-An International Multidisciplinary Journal, 4(01), 340–347. https://doi.org/10.59231/SARI7798
Chicago 17th Style: Lemkhaba, and P. K. Pattnaik. “Prospects of NEP 2020 in the Field of Research in Higher Education.” Shodh Sari-An International Multidisciplinary Journal 4, no. 1 (2025): 340–347. https://doi.org/10.59231/SARI7798.
MLA 9th Style: Lemkhaba, and P. K. Pattnaik. “Prospects of NEP 2020 in the Field of Research in Higher Education.” Shodh Sari-An International Multidisciplinary Journal, vol. 4, no. 1, 2025, pp. 340-347, https://doi.org/10.59231/SARI7798.
Statements & Declarations
Review Method: This article underwent a double-blind peer-review process by two independent external experts in Higher Education Administration and Research Policy to ensure the critical accuracy of the analysis regarding National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 directives.
Competing Interests: The authors Lemkhaba and P.K. Pattnaik declare that there are no financial, personal, or professional conflicts of interest that could have inappropriately influenced the research findings or the policy evaluations presented in this study.
Funding: This research was conducted as part of the authors’ academic and doctoral research activities at Nagaland University. No specific external grants or commercial funding were received for this work.
Data Availability: The analysis is based on a qualitative evaluation of the National Education Policy 2020 document and supporting frameworks from the University Grants Commission (UGC). All primary policy documents cited are available through the Ministry of Education (MoE) archives.
License: Prospects Of Nep 2020 In the Field of Research in Higher Education © 2025 by Lemkhaba and P.K. Pattnaik is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0. This work is published by the International Council for Education Research and Training (ICERT).
Ethics Approval: As this study is a theoretical and policy-based analysis and does not involve direct experimentation on human participants, it was deemed exempt from formal ethical review by the Institutional Research Committee of Nagaland University.
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