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Barriers and challenges in implementing multidisciplinary education under NEP 2020: an empirical study of universities
Authors
Pramila
Abstract
The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 emphasizes the integration of
multidisciplinary education to promote holistic and flexible learning in higher
education institutions. However, universities face several structural,
academic, and administrative challenges in implementing this reform. The
present study investigates the key barriers to the effective implementation of
multidisciplinary education under NEP 2020 using primary data collected from
250 respondents. Exploratory Factor Analysis (EFA) confirmed the suitability of
data (KMO = 0.808; Bartlett’s Test significant at p < 0.001) and identified
five major dimensions of challenges: Institutional & Structural Barriers,
Curriculum & Academic Challenges, Faculty-Related Constraints, Financial &
Infrastructure Constraints, and Administrative & Policy-Level Issues. The
findings indicate that rigid institutional structures, limited
interdisciplinary coordination, inadequate faculty preparedness, insufficient
funding, and policy complexities significantly hinder the transformation
envisioned under NEP 2020. The study highlights the need for comprehensive
institutional reforms, faculty development programs, financial investment, and
effective governance mechanisms to ensure successful implementation.
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Pages:64-69
How to cite this article:
Pramila "Barriers and challenges in implementing multidisciplinary education under NEP 2020: an empirical study of universities". International Journal of Educational Research and Development, Vol 8, Issue 1, 2026, Pages 64-69
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