Name: Krishna Kumar TP, Suriakala R, Krishnaprasad A, Dhanya Nair
Country: India

Year: 2025
Volume: Volume-15, Issue-1 (Jan-June)
Page Number: 1-16
DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.15494667

This paper examines the integration of psychological principles in India's National Education
Policy (NEP) 2020 and National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2023, focusing on their
shared emphasis on constructivist learning, socio-emotional learning (SEL), competencybased
education, and inclusive practices. By analyzing how these frameworks incorporate
key psychological theories, the study identifies both strengths, such as the promotion of
active, experiential learning, and challenges, including the need for improved teacher training
and assessment infrastructure. The paper offers actionable recommendations to enhance the
practical implementation of these policies, suggesting investments in specialized training,
assessment tools, and leveraging government initiatives like Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan. If
effectively implemented, NEP-2020 and NCF-2023 could significantly impact India's socioeconomic
development by fostering a well-rounded, competitive workforce and advancing
social eq