Statement–Courses of Action (education reform): The Chairman emphasized making the education system more flexible and regretted that the curriculum has not been revised in step with rapid societal and technological changes; which course(s) of action logically follow—periodic curriculum review and revision, and increasing flexibility throughout the education system?

Difficulty: Medium

Correct Answer: Both I and II follow

Explanation:


Given data

  • Curriculum has lagged behind the pace of change.
  • The education system needs greater flexibility.
  • Courses proposed: (I) Review and revise curriculum periodically. (II) Make the education system more flexible.


Concept/Approach (address each cited gap)
The statement flags two deficiencies: outdated curricula and rigid systems. Each proposed course directly addresses one deficiency; both are necessary and complementary.


Step 1: Course I – Currency of content
Regular reviews ensure alignment with evolving knowledge and skills.


Step 2: Course II – Structural flexibility
Flexibility enables differentiated pathways, modularity, and responsiveness to change.


Verification/Alternative
Modern reforms worldwide combine curricular updates with system-level flexibility (credit systems, electives, continuous assessment).


Common pitfalls
Treating the two as substitutes; updating content without flexibility still yields rigidity, and flexibility without updated content preserves obsolescence.


Final Answer
Both I and II follow.

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