Explanations –

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 applies to both public and private schools. It aims to bring about reforms in the education system across all types of schools, including public and private institutions. For instance, NEP 2020 proposes assessing and accrediting both public and private schools using the same criteria and benchmarks. NEP 2020 promotes foreign languages as part of its emphasis on multilingualism and global readiness. While the policy focuses on mother tongues and Indian languages, it also encourages learning foreign languages to enhance global engagement and career opportunities.

Source: The Hindu