alleryUpper primary science should be a gradual transition from what?
APractical lab work to theory
BTechnology to pure mathematics
CEnvironment studies to science
DLocal language to English
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Environment studies to science
1. Upper primary is the children's first exposure to science.
2. The paper asks for a gradual transition from primary environmental studies to elements of science and technology.
3. The other pairs are not described as the intended transition.
_Source: NCERT Position Paper, National Focus Group on Teaching of Science, 5.2.2 Upper Primary Stage (Classes VI to VIII)_
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