NCF is a comprehensive guideline for school education in India, outlining principles and policies for curriculum development, teaching methods, and assessment.
- It is issued by the National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT), which is an autonomous organization under the Government of India responsible for educational research and training. 
- The framework promotes inclusive, holistic, and child-centered education, emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, and values-based learning. 
- NCF provides a broad structure for textbooks, teaching practices, and syllabus content across India’s schools. 
- Periodically revised, the most recent versions align with the National Education Policy (NEP) to keep education relevant and effective.