EDUCATION AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT: CHALLENGES, OPPORTUNITIES & FUTURE PROSPE

India strives to accomplish its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and propel itself towards a greener, more equitable and

self-reliant future through its new National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This volume comprehensively comprehends the dynamics of education in attaining the goals of sustainable development in India. It not only identifies key areas of synergy but also meticulously delineates the practical challenges that must be addressed to realize the shared vision of sustainable development through education.

This collection of fifteen scholarly papers navigates through the theoretical and empirical contours of educational policies, particularly focusing on the NEP 2020, and its alignment with the SDGs from an interdisciplinary perspective.  It critically engages with the effects of NEP 2020 on skill development, digital education initiatives, and university dynamics through incisive chapters that offer a broad perspective of the educational scenario. In addition, investigating the difficulties associated with implementing fundamental literacy and school education clarifies the tribulations in converting policy goals into concrete results, opening the door for

well-informed decision-making and tactical solutions. The book further contributes to scholarly conversation and provides stakeholders with the tools they need to take the next step toward creating societies that are inclusive, resilient, and sustainable. It ignites a dialogue that is indispensable in shaping the future where education becomes a cornerstone of sustainable development endeavours.

It provides a valuable insight to scholars and researchers of educational studies, development studies, sustainable development, sociology, history and political studies. It will be of immense interest to education planners, policymakers, development practitioners, NGOs, and all those working in the field of education and sustainable development.