alleryWhat is a main objective of science at the primary stage?
AMemorising laws and formulas
BMastering separate physics topics
CArousing curiosity about the world
DPreparing for board examinations
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Arousing curiosity about the world
1. The main objectives at the primary stage are to arouse curiosity about the natural environment, artifacts and people.
2. Children also engage in hands-on exploratory activities.
3. Formal laws, separate disciplines and board exams belong to later stages.
_Source: NCERT Position Paper, National Focus Group on Teaching of Science, 5.2.1 Primary Stage (Classes I to V)_
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