Government to Integrate AI in Teaching and Overhaul Higher Education Regulatory Framework
The Union government plans to introduce the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan (VBSA) Bill, 2025, to overhaul the regulatory framework for higher education. The bill aims to liberalize the open schooling system and encourage the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in teaching. It will also establish technical education standards focused on employability and entrepreneurship. The VBSA Bill is expected to subsume the functions of the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE). Additionally, the government seeks to expand the National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) to accommodate learners of all age groups for secondary certifications.
Key Points
- The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan (VBSA) Bill, 2025, aims to modernize the regulatory landscape of Indian higher education.
- New guidelines will be introduced to promote the use of AI in teacher education and classroom instruction.
- The bill focuses on aligning technical education with job market needs and fostering entrepreneurship among graduates.
- The National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS) will be liberalized to provide easier access to secondary and higher secondary education.
Exam Facts
- The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan (VBSA) Bill was introduced in the 2025 Winter Session of Parliament.
- The Bill proposes to subsume the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE).
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