A Study of Attitude on National Education Policy 2020 Among the Undergraduate Students of Ghanapriya Women’s College, Imphal

The Indian education system has undergone transformative reforms since independence, with landmark policies in 1968, 1986, and the most recent National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. NEP 2020 marks a paradigm shift toward a holistic, flexible, and multidisciplinary learning framework, replacing the traditional 10+2+3 model with a 5+3+3+4 structure. This study investigates the attitudes of undergraduate students at Ghanapriya Women’s College, Manipur, towards NEP 2020, focusing on awareness, perceived benefits, and concerns regarding implementation. Using a Descriptive survey method and a mixed-methods approach, data were collected from 40 randomly selected students through a self- administered questionnaire. Findings reveal that while 85% of respondents are familiar with the policy and 67.5% express a positive attitude—particularly appreciating its emphasis on skill development, multidisciplinary courses, and flexible entry-exit options—significant apprehensions persist. Concerns include infrastructural inadequacies, insufficient faculty preparedness, uncertainty about the 4-year undergraduate program, and doubts over practical execution. The study highlights a gap between policy vision and institutional readiness, suggesting the need for targeted awareness programs, faculty training, resource enhancement, and region-specific implementation strategies. These measures are essential to ensure that NEP 2020’s transformative goals translate effectively into improved educational outcomes, particularly in socio- culturally diverse regions like Manipur.