Given below are two statements. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.

Statement I:According to NEP 2020, the Gross Enrolment Ratio is to be enhanced to 50 percent by 2030.

Statement II:Distance mode education is going to play a crucial role in enhancing GER in India.

ABoth Statement I and Statement II are correct

BBoth Statement I and Statement II are incorrect

CStatement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect

DStatement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct ✓ Correct

Correct answer: (D) Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct

Explanation

Distance and online learning is set to be a key driver for widening access and raising the Gross Enrolment Ratio in higher education.

Statement 1 is wrong because the policy targets a Gross Enrolment Ratio of 50 percent by 2035, not 2030.

Statement 2 is right that distance mode will be crucial in lifting this ratio.

The policy stresses open and distance learning, online courses and flexible pathways.

The present ratio remains well below the 50 percent goal.

Multiple entry and exit pathways also aim to boost participation.

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