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.