alleryWhat did field experience show about school science teaching and informal activities?
AIt improves without them
BIt stalls without them
CIt is harmed by them
DIt suits only toppers
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. It stalls without them
1. Out-of-school creative activities include melas, clubs and libraries.
2. Field experience shows teaching cannot improve significantly without such informal activities.
3. So they are essential support, not a harmful or elite extra.
_Source: NCERT National Focus Group Position Paper on Teaching of Science, Section 4 Lessons from Innovative Programmes and Interventions_
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