National Curriculum for Early Childhood Care and Education 2024
Recently, the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) released the National Curriculum for Early Childhood Care and Education 2024, titled ‘Aadharshila’.
What is ‘Aadharshila’?
- It is a comprehensive guide for caregivers and Anganwadi workers to promote optimal development in children during the crucial early years.
- The framework aims to empower caregivers and Anganwadi workers through ‘responsive caregiving’ and ‘providing opportunities’ for early learning for children from birth up to the age of three.
- Prepared by the National Institute for Public Cooperation and Child Development (NIPCCD), it incorporates feedback from Anganwadi workers to ensure flexibility and effectiveness.
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