Policy framework for inclusive education: A systematic study

Abstract

Inclusive education is a new educational philosophy and approach that promotes the idea that all students, irrespective of their ability or disability, should be capable of learning together in the same classroom setting. It advocates for special children with special needs to be educated alongside their peers in regular classrooms. It is founded on the belief that all students can learn and thrive in a supportive and diverse learning environment. Inclusive education aims to give all students equal opportunities to participate in and benefit from education regardless of individual differences or needs. One of the most important issues in education has emerged as inclusive education in almost every nation. As a result, the Indian government announced that it was changing its policies to encourage the inclusion of disabled learners in regular classrooms. The Indian government implies Various policies and legislations to improve the quality of inclusive education from time to time. Every policy suggests some valuable recommendations for the betterment of inclusive education. This article provides systematic, detailed information about the policy framework from IEDC, 1974 to NEP, 2020, and their recommendations for inclusive education. This article also discusses the importance of all the policy framework for inclusive education that addresses how to improve the quality of inclusive education in India.