According to New Education Policy 2020, the gross enrolment ratio in higher and vocational education is to reach 50 percent by ____________.

Correct option is A

Introduction
One of the key targets of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 is to significantly increase access to higher education. The policy aims to raise the Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in higher education, including vocational education, to 50% by the year 2035.
Information Booster
· Policy Goal: The NEP 2020 aims for a major transformation of the higher education system.
· Metric: Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) is the ratio of students enrolled in higher education to the population in the eligible age group.
· Target: To raise the GER in higher and vocational education to 50%.
· Deadline: The ambitious target is set to be achieved by the academic year 2035.
· Significance: This objective is meant to provide universal access to higher education and meet the demands of a modern economy.
Additional Points
· The years 2040, 2025, and 2030 are incorrect target years for achieving the 50% GER in higher and vocational education as specified in the NEP 2020.