To overcome EVS shortcomings, the proposed step is to
AShorten the syllabus
BShift to a new paradigm
CAdd many more chapters
DHold more weekly tests
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. Shift to a new paradigm
1. The shortcomings are hard to fix within the current framework.
2. The recommendation is therefore a shift to a new paradigm of learning.
3. More chapters, a shorter syllabus or more tests keep the old framework.
_Source: NCERT Position Paper, National Focus Group on Habitat and Learning, 2.3 Shortcomings_
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