The structure of school learning time included in the New Education Policy 2020 is —

Correct option is D

Introducion
The New Education Policy (NEP) 2020 proposes a radical shift from the traditional 10+2 structure to a new pedagogical and curricular structure of 5 + 3 + 3 + 4 years.
· 5: Foundational Stage (ages 3-8, includes 3 years of pre-school and Grades 1-2).
· 3: Preparatory Stage (ages 8-11, Grades 3-5).
· 3: Middle Stage (ages 11-14, Grades 6-8).
· 4: Secondary Stage (ages 14-18, Grades 9-12).
Information Booster
· Structure: The new school learning structure is a 5 + 3 + 3 + 4-year model.
· Foundational Stage: Includes 3 years of Anganwadi/Pre-school and Grades 1 and 2. Focuses on multi-level, play-based learning.
· Preparatory Stage: Grades 3 to 5. Focuses on play, discovery, and introduction to reading, writing, and speaking.
· Middle Stage: Grades 6 to 8. Introduction to subject teachers, experiential learning, and vocational exposure.
· Secondary Stage: Grades 9 to 12. Characterized by multi-disciplinary study, critical thinking, and flexibility in subject choices.
Additional Points
· The options 4 + 3 + 4 + 4 years, 3 + 4 + 4 + 4 years, and 3 + 5 + 3 + 4 years are incorrect combinations and do not reflect the stages outlined in the NEP 2020 document.