Consider the following statements: 1. Accelerated Degree Programmes (ADPs) provide an option for undergraduate students to extend their studies beyond the usual duration by taking fewer credits per semester. 2. National Credit Framework (NCrF) allows students to progress through their courses at different paces, depending on their ability to earn the necessary credits. Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

Q. Consider the following statements:
1.Accelerated Degree Programmes (ADPs) provide an option for undergraduate students to extend their studies beyond the usual duration by taking fewer credits per semester.
2.National Credit Framework (NCrF) allows students to progress through their courses at different paces, depending on their ability to earn the necessary credits.
Which of the statement(s) given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanations –

Statement 1 is incorrect. Accelerated Degree Programmes are designed to allow students to complete their degrees in less time than usual by taking more credits per semester.

Statement 2 is correct. The NCrF is designed to enable students to move through educational programs at varying speeds based on their ability to earn credits, integrating academic, vocational, and skill-based learning.

Source: The Hindu

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