India, June 23 -- Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Monday that National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 aligns with India's civilizational values and prioritizes self-awakening through education, beyond just skills.

Addressing the inaugural session of the 99th annual meet and national conference of vice chancellors, organised by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU) at Amity University, Noida, Dhankar recalled his experiences when he was West Bengal governor from July 2019 to July 2022 and associated with the development of NEP 2020, which "has really changed the landscape of our education." He said that the policy was shaped by the inputs of thousands across the nation.

"The policy resonates with our civilizational spirit, es...