Indian Education Repository

Report to the Nation 2006-2009

National Knowledge Commission

2009

The National Knowledge Commission (NKC) submitted recommendations on Right to Education (RTE), language, libraries, translation and portal networks. It proposed generational changes in the school system which would encourage decentralisation, local autonomy in the management of schools and flexibility in disbursal of funds. To improve quality and generate accountability, NKC also recommended improving school infrastructure and revamping school inspection with enhanced roles for local authorities and more transparency. Further, accessibility to technology for teachers, students and administration was mandated and they also emphasised the need for reforms in the curriculum and the examination system by moving away from textbook learning.